Leaving the WWF under pretty bad terms (Vince McMahon encouraged him to hire a nanny when the writer asked for more time off to see his kids) in 1999, Vince Russo entered the often-wacky world of WCW, determined to help steer the sinking ship back around and make it the biggest company in North American pro wrestling once again. It's understandable why WCW higher-ups were excited by Russo, because the man had been chief writer during the time when the WWF fought back to reclaim top spot in 1998. Obviously, Russo's time in charge of WCW was a complete mess, and the company subsequently lost more money in 2000 alone than they had done over the rest of their existence. That's bad, but it didn't stop WWE from trying again with the guy in 2002, which completely defies any and all logic. Quietly returning to the promotion with which he made his name in 2002, Vince Russo very quickly made his exit just months later. His biggest idea was to redo the WCW 'Invasion' angle all over again, something Vince McMahon and his cronies weren't keen on. Really, who thought that Russo and McMahon were going to see eye-to-eye by this point? It was a silly decision to even think about bringing him back, and not a good idea on either side. What other WWE signings completely baffled you? Do you agree with the choices listed here? Let us know down in the comments section below!
Lifelong wrestling, video game, music and sports obsessive who has been writing about his passions since childhood. Jamie started writing for WhatCulture in 2013, and has contributed thousands of articles and YouTube videos since then. He cut his teeth penning published pieces for top UK and European wrestling read Fighting Spirit Magazine (FSM), and also has extensive experience working within the wrestling biz as a manager and commentator for promotions like ICW on WWE Network and WCPW/Defiant since 2010. Further, Jamie also hosted the old Ministry Of Slam podcast, and has interviewed everyone from Steve Austin and Shawn Michaels to Bret Hart and Trish Stratus.
