Vince McMahon’s First Screwjob: Wendi Richter’s Fall
Before the Montreal Screwjob, Vince McMahon orchestrated a 1985 betrayal of Wendi Richter by The Fabulous Moolah, which changed WWE history.
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Today in Pro Wrestling History (September 29): Flair and the Andersons trap Dusty Rhodes
A shocking betrayal occurs at Starrcade as Ric Flair, Ole Anderson, and Arn Anderson turn on Dusty Rhodes and form the legendary Four Horsemen stable.
Today in Pro Wrestling History: (June 17): The Macho Man Debuts in the WWF
On June 17th, 1985, “Macho Man” Randy Savage made his WWF debut, marking the start of a legendary wrestling career.
Today in Pro Wrestling History: (May 10): The Rock & Wrestling Move to NBC
WWF’s Saturday Night’s Main Event debuted, featuring Hulk Hogan, Ricky Steamboat, and the Rock ‘n’ Wrestling Connection.
Today in Pro Wrestling History: (May 5) – The Second Von Erich Parade of Champions
Discover the historic Parade of Champions event where Kevin Von Erich battled Ric Flair in a controversial match.
Today in Pro Wrestling History: (March 31) – The Birth of WrestleMania
Today In Pro Wrestling History: Discover the origins of WrestleMania! The first event, with stars like Hogan and Mr. T, debuted on this date.
Today In Pro Wrestling History (Feb 12): The Mouth of the South Heads North
Explore Jimmy Hart’s WWF debut in 1985, his impact as a legendary manager, and journey to a Hall of Fame career in pro wrestling history.