Every Wrestling Rookie Of The Year: Where Are They Now?

23. 2000: Sean O'Haire

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The most athletic of the 'Natural Born Thrillers' stable, who were as jacked as they were green - and they were very jacked - the dynamic O'Haire had a striking look, incredible physique and a certain magnetism, hence why he was awarded the prize in 2000.

Many fans insisted that he had potential well into the 2000s - his 'Devil's Advocate' role frequently pops up on missed opportunity-themed lists to this day - but it never worked out.n

He sadly took his own life in 2014 at 43, having attempted rehabilitation for substance abuse issues after an unsuccessful venture in the world of MMA.

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Michael Sidgwick is an editor, writer and podcaster for WhatCulture Wrestling. With over seven years of experience in wrestling analysis, Michael was published in the influential institution that was Power Slam magazine, and specialises in providing insights into All Elite Wrestling - so much so that he wrote a book about the subject. You can order Becoming All Elite: The Rise Of AEW on Amazon. Possessing a deep knowledge also of WWE, WCW, ECW and New Japan Pro Wrestling, Michael’s work has been publicly praised by former AEW World Champions Kenny Omega and MJF, and current Undisputed WWE Champion Cody Rhodes. When he isn’t putting your finger on why things are the way they are in the endlessly fascinating world of professional wrestling, Michael wraps his own around a hand grinder to explore the world of specialty coffee. Follow Michael on X (formerly known as Twitter) @MSidgwick for more!