10 WWE Stars Who Have Completely Changed Since Their Debuts

9. Zack Ryder

Zack Ryder
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Debut: 2005 in developmental territories like Deep South and OVW, then 2007 on the main roster.

How He's Changed: Zack's run as part of The Major Brothers with Curt Hawkins (another who has altered his appearance) didn't last too long. In 2007, the pair were given new ring names and became lackeys for Edge as part of La Familia.

Ryder's career peaked when he threatened to become a major breakout star between 2011-2012, but he's settled back into a lower-card groove since then. His demotion hasn't been through a lack of effort; today, Zack is in the best shape of his life, is rocking a sweet beard and has one of the best bodies on the entire roster.

He's gone from goofy Edge knock off to a full-blown stud in his own right. A quick peek at his Instagram account shows the dedication Ryder has to build his body in spite of his standing as a WWE stalwart without much direction.

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