15 WWE superstars and Divas when they were young

WWE superstars have went on to become iconic figures in the world of wrestling. Since they step foot into the ring their moves, styles, catchphrases and gimmicks have defined and shaped up their careers and identities as well.But we do tend to forget that they are regular human beings outside the ring and they too lead a normal life. And before becoming WWE superstars with great bodies or personality, they also were kids who grew up in the same manner that everybody does.Here we remember their younger version or for some their childhood days through a collection of rare pics. See if you can identify with the young Undertaker or John Cena.

#15 Rey Mysterio

Rey Mysterio aka Oscar Gutierrez dazzled the wrestling universe since his arrival in 2002 in WWE. The high-flying luchador is a former Intercontinental champion and most significantly the greatest underdog World Heavyweight Champion of all-time.

Although currently out with injury, Mysterio was one of the biggest stars during the Ruthless Aggression Era alongside the likes of Eddie Guerrero, Batista, Chris Benoit among others.

#14 Trish Stratus

Canadian Diva and fitness model Trish Stratus is arguably the greatest Diva in the WWE era and perhaps of all-time. The proclaimed Diva of the Decade was a near perfect model who defined and revolutionised the image of a woman in wrestling during the Attitude Era.

She retired after a 7-year-run in the company. Known as Patricia Anne in real life, she was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2013.

#13 Sheamus

The Celtic Warrior is currently one of the top stars of the industry. He has held the Intercontinental championship, the World Heavyweight championship and is currently the United States champion.

Hailing from Dublin, Ireland, his real name is Stephen Farrelly and just like his hot-headed character on-screen, the little version of him does look to be in a mood to fight.

#12 Vince McMahon

The man behind it all. Vincent Kennedy McMahon is the man who created WWE and just like a father takes care of his child, nurtured it and turned it into the multi-billion dollar industry it is today.

A boyhood dream from North Carolina turned into reality and from then on the WWE grew by each passing day, removing all its rivals and becoming the biggest wrestling brand in the world. And it was Vince who made all of it possible.

#11 Chris Jericho

Over the last two decades, Chris Jericho has certainly been one of the most entertaining and dominant figures in the WWE. The Canadian wrestler has been there and done it all. He has won multiple WWE and World Heavyweight championships and has also held the Intercontinental titles a record number of times.

Singing, acting, wrestling, looks name it and he’s got it all. He is a frontman for the band Fozzy and regularly tours around the world. Evolving through the eras is one thing Y2J has done brilliantly and the picture does seem to show a great deal of evolvement over the years.

#10 Bret Hart

One of the greatest wrestlers of all time, Bret”The Hitman” Hart is simply an irreplaceable figure in the WWE. A pioneer of the Hart Wrestling foundation, he was a heartthrob during his prime and won numerous WWE titles over the years.

Bret is born and bred from Canada and one of the biggest pride of his country. He was involved in some of the greatest matches and who could forget his unforgettable rivalry with Shawn michaels.

#9 Lita

The Diva who revolutionized the WWE and changed the women’s roster forever. Her introduction changed the concept of Diva gimmicks who were no more restricted to cat fights or romance stories. She actually competed in the ring and that too like a high flying superstar.

Adding to her in-ring skills was her unconventional yet incredibly hot looks that amazed all of the WWE fans. She was recognised for her efforts as WWE inducted her to the 2014 Hall of Fame. Lita and Trish’s contribution is priceless and they will always be remembered as the best two Divas in the history of the business.

#8 Jeff Hardy

If there was anyone whom people would pay every night to see, it would have to be Jeff Hardy. The high flying superstar was a delight to watch as he would always bring out a risky move out of the blue and give his 100% to entertain the fans every night.

He has been part of some memorable matches in the past especially the extreme ones involving, ladders, chairs and tables. The North Carolina native left the WWE in mid-2009 after he won the World Heavyweight titles twice.

#7 CM Punk

As the name suggests, CM Punk did put on a punkish hairstyle when in high school. The Straight Edge superstar held the WWE title for a record 434 days and became one of the household names of the company. That is until he decided to walk away from wrestling.

Even after months since he departed, Punk has shown no signs to return. He was recently removed from the WWE site. But that doesn’t stop us from believing that we will return sometime in the near future.

#6 Stephanie McMahon

A father’s daughter is what she likes to call herself. Stephanie McMahon has learned all the tricks and trades of the business of her father and is applying it pretty well in the WWE since she and her husband Triple H took over. Plus, a degree from Boston University in communications does make her a qualified personnel to take charge of her father, Vince’s creation.

That is the Reality Era Stephanie we are talking about. But she has been a part of the WWE for more than a decade now. She has been one of the most influential women during the Attitude Era and was involved in some great WWE angles.

#5 Mick Foley

When we talk about hardcore, Mick Foley is the name that instantly comes to our mind. He earned his name as the Hardcore legend of the company as he was involved in some of the most violent and brutal matches in WWE history.

But that little boy looks like he means no harm doesn’t he? Known as Michael Francis Foley in real life an hailing from San Antonio, Texas, he was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2013 for his enormous contributions to the comapny.

#4 John Cena

Arguably, like it or not, he is the biggest superstar that has emerged since the death of Attitude Era. John Cena has carried the business on his shoulders single-handedly and he still does quite frankly he is still the face of the WWE.

He is record 15-time WWE World champion and has been the defining figure of the PG era.

#3 Shawn Michaels

Shawn Michaels is arguably one of the greatest in-ring performers of all-time. He elevated to new heights during his rivalry with Bret Hart.

Michaels has been a part of some of the greatest Wrestlemania matches. He has earned the nickname of Mr. Wrestlemania for his incredible outings on the grandest stage of all.

#2 The Rock

Dwayne Johnson aka The Rock was one of the two faces of the Attitude Era. Outspoken on the microphone, dominant on the ring and an attitude that could mould millions, The Rock was one of the pillars alongside Stone Cold Steve Austin who laid the foundation for modern day wrestling.

And a graduation day Rocky just seems like the guy who had the attitude even before stepping into the WWE.

#1 The Undertaker

Since his debut in 1990, The Undertaker has gone on to become one of the most iconic figures in sports entertainment. He has won 21 straight Wrestlemanias in a trot which is regarded as a colossal record in the WWE. In the ring, there are few who could outclass his legacy.

Known as Mark Callaway in real life, he is married to former WWE Diva Michelle McCool. He is one of the longest tenured employees in the WWE and is regarded as the greatest of all time by many.