10 "Fake" wrestlers who are tougher than you

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#8 Johnny B. Badd

Johnny B. Badd, aka Marc Mero
Johnny B. Badd, aka Marc Mero

Johnny B. Badd, or Marvelous Mac Mero, may not look like someone you'd want to be afraid of. From his feathered boas, to his mascara, and Little Richard-esque mannerisms, everything about Mero seemed bright and effeminate.

The thing to remember about Mr. Badd, however, is that he is a former NY State Golden Gloves champion. Trained by the legendary Raymond Rinaldi, Badd was well on his way to a lucrative career as a pro boxer when his nose was badly broken.

After being told by medical staff that it would be risky to continue as a pugilist, Badd began his 'Rasslin career in 1990. He had a long undefeated streak and a successful reign as the Television Champion, one of the most hotly contested titles of the late 80s/early 90s.

Though he met with less success in WWE -- often falling into his wife Sable's shadow -- he will always be remembered as one of 'Rasslin's legitimate 'tough guys.' Now an inspirational speaker, Badd is still capable of dishing out his finishing move, the Tutti Frutti -- a vicious hook punch -- so you'd better not give him grief.

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Edited by Nishant Jayaram
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