Though this writer may be more tolerant of Drew Carey's 2001 Royal Rumble appearance, that does not effect his placement on this list. Carey was a hugely successful comedian-turned-television star and was hosting his first improv pay-per-view. To help promote it, he appeared at the Rumble, meeting Vince McMahon backstage, as well as a handful of Superstars and Divas, including Trish Stratus. It was his encounter with the blonde bombshell, and McMahon mistress, that doomed Carey to the 30-man match. Goaded into competing by Stratus and McMahon, he entered the match at No. 5 and watched as The Hardy Boyz eliminated each other. No one was there to save him as the pyro exploded and Kane stalked toward the squared circle. Carey yanked out a handful of cash and tried to pay his way to safety, but the Big Red Monster was having none of it. He grabbed hold of Carey's throat, teasing a chokeslam, but Raven made the save. Never a stupid man, he eliminated himself and never again entered the Royal Rumble. Much to the delight of historians.
Erik Beaston is a freelance pro wrestling writer who likes long walks in the park, dandelions and has not quite figured out that this introduction is not for Match.com. He resides in Parts Unknown, where he hosts weekly cookouts with Kane, The Ultimate Warrior, Papa Shango and The Boogeyman. Be jealous.
