10 Tallest WWE Wrestlers Ever
2. Andre The Giant (7'4)
'The Eighth Wonder Of The World' was a wonderful product of his time in that the wrestling universe (and world at large) was a far more mysterious place then than the internet would ever permit now.
Though his actual height was several inches less than billed, the white lies were more welcoming, marketable and enjoyable than the drab truth. Not least when Andre himself was so good at maintaining the magnificent mystique.
There was no easy-access backstory, no business-exposing image, no instant workrate critique - there was only the hearsay, hope and hedonistic hyperbole by those that got to spend time in Andre The Giant's presence.
As documented in several excellent profile pieces over the years, real life was painfully difficult for a man of his size and stature - performing at least occasionally provided a form of release.
Friends, promoters and ticket-purchasing punters were in awe of the man-mountain. They were moved to share that deep emotional connection with others, who in turn wanted to experience for themselves. Butts-in-seats booking made easy - just book Andre.