Calling the Action:10 best Wrestling announcers

Lawler and Ross
Lawler and Ross

#1 Bobby Heenan

Bobby Heenan was a wrestler, manager, and announcer during his illustrious career.
Bobby Heenan was a wrestler, manager, and announcer during his illustrious career.

"Look at this Ham 'n Egger! He's so ugly he has to ambush breakfast!"

Just one of the many witticisms of Bobby the Brain Heenan. While Jim Ross could call a match better, Bobby was simply more entertaining. Known for putting over heels while denigrating babyfaces--in particular Hulk Hogan--as much for his biting wit, Heenan always livened up any broadcast he was associated with.

Beginning his career as the wrestler "Pretty Boy" Bobby Heenan, he once gave an interview while still pumping massive amounts of blood from his forehead. Never afraid to bump, Heenan was one of the top managers of WWE's classic era.

He gradually transitioned to more of a broadcast role and was the lead announcer for WWF Prime Time Wrestling, the precursor to Raw. His constant back and forth with Gorilla Monsoon made television magic, and even the most ardent of Hogan fans had to laugh at his witty put-downs and insults.

Heenan is also known for being on the announce team for WCW Monday Nitro, though he toned himself down a bit for the new role. His frequent jabs at Tony Schiavone were a highlight of the show.

Bobby Passed away in 2017 after numerous battles with cancer, but he is still beloved by legions of wrestling fans from all eras around the globe.

Ten announcers, ten legends.


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