10 WWE Heels Who Were Too Entertaining To Boo
1. Ric Flair
Ric Flair isn’t just regarded as one of the greatest wrestlers of all-time, but a benchmark against which all other heels are measured. You don’t get a nickname like the 'Dirtiest Player In The Game' without good reason, after all, and even several decades after his peak years, people are still following Flair’s blueprint today.
From the crisp, technical wrestling style and plethora of dirty tactics to the brash persona and electric charisma, Flair had it all. His feuds with guys like Dusty Rhodes, Ricky Steamboat, and Sting are classic tales of good vs. evil, but even when The Nature Boy was at his most nefarious, people would cheer him.
The reactions increased as his career progressed, and gradually, Flair’s cheers overtook his boos. His performances captured fans’ attention across the globe, and as Flair racked up the in-ring miles, respect for his abilities shot through the roof. People fell in love with Slick Ric, and it was particularly apparent during his WWE run.
Flair was supposed to be Evolution’s wicked elder statesman, but the crowds loved him. Even when he was helping Triple H screw opponents over or cheating in his own matches, people were (and still are) glued to Flair’s every action. From the flashy robes to his trademark “wooo!”, everything about Ric Flair is iconic. It’s impossible not to respect what he brings to the business, and that respect always manifests as cheers.