5 WWE Hall of Fame Inductees that didn't add up 

The Godfather: Surprisingly enshrined into the Hall of Fame in 2016
The Godfather: Surprisingly enshrined into the Hall of Fame in 2016

#4 Hillbilly Jim (2018)

Hillbilly Jim: Rewarded for his loyalty in 2018
Hillbilly Jim: Rewarded for his loyalty in 2018

There were many heads being scratched when Hillbilly Jim of all people was announced as an inductee in the WWE Hall of Fame in 2018 ahead of true wrestling legends such as: Vader, The British Bulldogs and The Rock.

However, WWE chose to enshrine the native of Mud Lick, Kentucky, who's only real claim to fame is his memorable entrance theme.

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Jim debuted in the company as an excitable fan who was eventually trained for in ring competition by Hulk Hogan. After tagging with Hogan for a short period, Jim segued into tagging with other names of the era.

Usually Hogan's pals would turn on him and challenge him for the WWF Championship. The fact that Jim didn't spoke volumes about WWE's faith in him as a drawing card and performer.

Jim became an opening match act, often used to put new signings over. That was a position he held until he retired in 1991. Jim then moved into a backstage position with WWE; one that he held for two decades. That loyalty was what earned him his ticket to the Hall of Fame; not his wrestling career.

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