10 Wrestlers Who Proved That Funny DID Draw Money
1. Mick Foley
Wrestling is known for snap character switches.
Yet, no
transformation has ever been quite as stark as Mick Foley’s WWE run, which saw
him transition from a masked psychopath and boiler room dweller to stand-up comic
and Santa surrogate. The impetus for this successful switch was Mick Foley’s
expert grasp on the lovable goof archetype prone to both relatability and
bizarreness. It also helped that he has as many seasoned characters as a sketch
show.
The Mick Foley led ‘This is Your Life’, alongside The Rock, remains one of the highest-rated Raw segments of all time and is an iconic piece of Attitude Era history. In the Rock ‘n’ Sock Connection, Foley was integral to the development of The Rock’s skill as a first-class roaster.
While people often point to the brutal stunts of Cactus Jack and Mankind when discussing Foley’s legacy, the humour of Dude Love and the softened Mankind play an equal part in his success.
Foley, and his unique eye for comedy, has also proven a serious draw outside of the confines of pro-wrestling. He is a best-selling adult and children’s author, activist, actor, and stand-up comedian.