10. The Grin
Right up there with The Rocks raised eyebrow and Mr. McMahons bobbing Adams apple, Eddie Guerreros signature, scythe-like grin was a sign that something truly awesome was about to happen. Usually occurring when the advantage shifted in his direction during a match (more often than not involving a downed referee, or a foreign object, or both), Guerreros grin was a sign to the fans that Eddie was pouncing on an opportunity. He played it to full effect. Once Eddie let loose the grin, he had the crowd eating out of his hand. That wily, knowing smirk was a big factor in Eddies enduring popularity. It made us fans feel like they were in on the act. It was a major reason why Eddie eventually got over despite his brazen (and usually quite shameless) use of traditional heel tactics. Facial expressions are a massively underrated part of wrestling, especially in this era of televised events and Titan Trons. Good facial expressions help to convey character and story to the fans. They allow viewers to engage with character, be it to rage at Randy Ortons smugness, or laugh hysterically at the many faces of Yoshihiro Tajiri. Go back and re-watch Guerreros final WWE championship match with Batista. Check out Latino Heats incredible timing as that sly, deceptive grin emerges the moment Batistas back is turned...Only to be replaced with sweet, friendly Eddie when The Animal turns around again. Had Guerrero not have passed away when he did, that angle would have made for some exciting, character-driven television, the kind that Eddie Guerrero excelled at. Its not just the grin, however. Go back and watch any Eddie Guerrero entrance and youll see some top-notch facial expressions, as well as some pretty darn good acting. From the unrepentant, chest beating machismo as fan-favourite Latino Heat, to the cold, heartless heel Eddie (a role that he was equally adept at filling), he always looked the part.