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The Greatest WWE Superstars of the 1980s

The 1980s marked a dynamic period that saw a surge in the popularity of wrestling in USA and other parts of the world. Many wrestlers of this era went on to become superstars, giving WWE a major boost. Commonly referred to as the Golden Age, this period also saw an expansion of cable television and pay-per-view events, further promoting wrestling among the audiences. The superstars emerging in the 1980s played a major role in establishing wrestling as a popular form of entertainment and set the bars high for the upcoming generations of wrestlers. Check out our list of the greatest WWE Superstars of the 1980s.

1. Hulk Hogan

    
Hulk Hogan
Also Known As: Terry Gene Bollea
Birthday: 11 August 1953
Born In: Augusta, Georgia, United States
Sun Sign: Leo
Died On: 24 July 2025

Hulk Hogan is one of the most popular wrestlers of the 1980s. The mid-80s marked the 'Rise of Hulkamania' and he referred to his fans as 'Hulkamaniacs.' He was twice inducted into the 'WWE Hall of Fame.'

2. Randy Savage

    
Randy Savage
Also Known As: Randall Mario Poffo, Macho Man
Birthday: 15 November 1952
Born In: Columbus, Ohio, United States
Sun Sign: Scorpio
Died On: 20 May 2011
With 29 championship reigns during his 32-year career, Randy Savage is undoubtedly one of the greatest WWE stars of the 1980s. Sports analyst Bill Simmons has called him "one of the greatest pro wrestlers who ever lived." He is a two-time WWF World Heavyweight Champion and four-time WCW World Heavyweight Champion.

3. The Undertaker

    
The Undertaker
Also Known As: Mark William Calaway
Birthday: 24 March 1965
Born In: Houston, Texas, United States
Sun Sign: Aries

The Undertaker became popular immediately after making his wrestling debut in 1987. A 12-time 'Slammy Award' winner, The Undertaker was inducted into the 'Wrestling Observer Newsletter Hall of Fame' in 2004.

4. André the Giant

    
André the Giant
Also Known As: André René Roussimoff
Birthday: 19 May 1946
Born In: Coulommiers, France
Sun Sign: Taurus
Died On: 27 January 1993

After making his WWF debut in 1973, André the Giant went on to become one of the most accomplished wrestlers during the 1980s. He was best known for his feuds with wrestlers like Hulk Hogan.

5. The Ultimate Warrior

    
The Ultimate Warrior
Also Known As: Ultimate Warrior, James Brian Hellwig, James Hellwig
Birthday: 16 June 1959
Born In: Crawfordsville, Indiana, United States
Sun Sign: Gemini
Died On: 08 April 2014
Professional wrestler The Ultimate Warrior was associated with WWE for several years. He had also worked in World Championship Wrestling (WCW). He was a two-time WWE Intercontinental Heavyweight Champion and had won the WWF World Heavyweight Championship once. He was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame shortly before his death.