5 former WWE Intercontinental Champions: where are they now?

#4 Wade Barrett

Barrett captured the title on multiple occasions.

Barrett's time with the company from beginning to end lasted ten years. However, since his time in the ring seems to have come and gone, he has pursued other activities outside wrestling. A five-time Intercontinental champion, Barrett managed to retain his championship on several occasions.

Early in his WWE career, he was the leader of The Nexus — a faction of men who looked to break down the roster and establish themselves at the expense of veterans such as Jericho, Edge, and John Cena.

Barrett held the title of King of the Ring at one point and highlighted his bare knuckles championships as a means to promote his in-ring ability. When Barrett departed the promotion in 2016, he walked away from mainstream professional wrestling.

However, while he has essentially taken a hiatus from the ring, he will return to professional wrestling if the right opportunity presents itself. As things stand, Barrett is actively pursuing his acting career.