10 Wrestling gimmicks that shouldn't have worked but did

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7. The Honky Tonk Man

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The words "Wrestling Elvis Impersonator" should make anyone cringe, because it sounds like a terrible idea.

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However, there's no disputing that Honky Tonk Man is one of the greatest WWE heels ever. When asked to explain his characters' success, Honky Tonk Man said he believed it was the deep love of Elvis Presley that garnered so much hate for Honky. Because fans treasured Elvis's memory, they were angry and disgusted that a cheating, lying coward like Honky Tonk Man was tarnishing his legacy.

Honky Tonk Man is still considered the greatest Intercontinental champion of all time.

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Edited by Amar Anand
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