WWE Mount Rushmore of the 1980s

#2 Andre the Giant

The popular match at WrestleMania 3 between Andre and Hulk Hogan is one of the most pivotal matches in wrestling history.

Andre the Giant was such a mountain of a man that merely body-slamming him is one of the most iconic moments in the history of professional wrestling. Not only was Andre a big attraction similar to how a carnival promotes certain acts, but he was also a huge star because of his size and what beating him would do for someone's career.

Think of body-slamming him or beating him in a match as somewhat similar to what the Undertaker's WrestleMania streak became. It was a worthy challenge for everyone until it was eventually conquered by Brock Lesnar.

Andre wasn't the most mobile person in the ring, but he was a big part of helping to popularize the sport. The main heroes and faces in the company needed a literal giant to slay and overcome, and Andre was more than happy to oblige.

Just as superstars who have impressive, chiseled physiques are important to the sport, so are the huge men and women who represent literal obstacles to the conquering heroes. Andre was one of the first monstrous obstacles to be popularized in the mainstream, and his impact on the sport can be seen with the battle royal at WrestleMania named after him.