3 second & third-generation WWE wrestlers that were more successful than their parents and 2 that weren't

#1. 'Macho Man' Randy Savage - More Successful

As talented as the elder Poffo was, his son Randy's legacy lives on

Of any WWE second and third-generation wrestler that achieved as much success for as long as he did, it would be 'Macho Man' Randy Savage.

This Wednesday in Southaven, #AEW will pay Tribute to Legends of Memphis Wrestling, including Angelo Poffo and his son “Macho Man” Randy Savage. Both men will be represented by @LannyPoffo. pic.twitter.com/htA5miBcNc

— All Elite Wrestling (@AEWrestling) January 5, 2020

As the son of Angelo Poffo, fans will often remember that Savage competed under his father's promotion in Florida before coming to the WWE. Savage's character was inspired by Pampero Firpo, who had a scowl and a growl all his own.

If there was anything that stood out about Randy Savage, it was his sheer intensity in the ring. Everything he did was at another level. Whether it was coming to the ring with Miss Elizabeth to becoming the Macho King with Sensational Sherri, Savage was out of this world.

Pro wrestler Angelo Poffo and son Randy (later to be known as "Macho Man" Randy Savage) working out in the late 1960s. 💪 pic.twitter.com/yxafSAd4iw

— Groovy History (@GroovyHistory) May 18, 2020

Whether it was as the Intercontinental Champion, WWF Champion, and WCW Champion, Savage was a success. A wrestler's career is met with their legacy in and out of the ring. How will Randy Savage be remembered? If the likes of today's stars such as Bayley paying tribute to him with her attire is any indication, his success outshined that of his brother and father, but that's because Randy Savage is a once in a generation talent.

It is clear that of any WWE second and third-generation wrestler, Macho Man Randy Savage's legacy goes beyond that of his father.