Top 25 Music-Inspired Wrestling Gimmicks

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15. George Ringo

When The Beatles appeared on The Ed Sullivan Show in February 1964, it started a musical movement that had not be seen before and would not be seen again on such a level.

Played by Bob Sabre, the idea of George Ringo was allegedly pitched by Dick The Bruiser. Ringo’s name was comprised of ‘Quiet Beatle’ and lead guitarist George Harrison and future voice of Thomas The Tank Engine and drummer Ringo Starr. He also had a guitar and mop top hairdo similar to that of which The Fab Four made so popular.

Ringo was an AWA enhancement talent who simply cashed in to the biggest counterculture movement in that era. Whilst not long lasting, it was a clear and distinct wrestling character in a time before more bombastic wrestling gimmicks.

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Meet Alex, the seasoned wrestling aficionado and Lead Writer at WrestleBuddy. With three decades of fandom under his belt, Alex brings a wealth of experience and passion to the table. As a devoted follower of The Undertaker and CM Punk, his love for the sport runs deep. However, be warned – Alex isn’t afraid to offer raw and unfiltered opinions that some may find harsh. In a world where reality can be hard to digest, Alex isn’t afraid to tackle the tough truths of the wrestling industry head-on.

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