7 Famous WWE Gimmicks Originally Intended For Other Superstars

5. Mr Perfect - Terry Taylor

The story goes that back in 1988, Terry Taylor, well known for his work in the NWA and WCW, was offered the role of Mr Perfect before WWF approached Curt Hennig with the idea. This was an example of WWF having a pre-packaged idea and searching for the right man to fill it.

This method of creating a star also applied for The Undertaker, as Vince McMahon has told of how he was always a fan of the old-style undertakers seen in Western films. Taylor would allegedly turn down the idea and leave it for Hennig to take up. Terry would instead debut as the baby face 'Scary' Terry Taylor before becoming The Red Rooster.

You don't need me to tell you which of those gimmicks was more successful.