Can You Get a Perfect Score On This Classic 1980s Wrestlers Quiz?

By: Jacqueline Samaroo
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When it comes to professional wrestling, there are two decades that are widely considered to be the greatest of all time - the '90s and the earlier '80s. The '80s is without a doubt the decade that set up a lot of the foundation that modern professional wrestling is built upon today. From the invention of countless moves like the DDT, to the celebration of superstars like Hulk Hogan and Macho Man Randy Savage; the '80s was truly a time to behold.

In this massively musclebound quiz, we've taken a handful of some of the most Savage and Hulking wrestlers from the 1980s and put them all together in one place. Just how well do you remember one of the most memorable and influential decades in professional wrestling? Do you think that you have what it takes to identify every single one of these wrestlers and take the championship title in this quiz? Put on your outfit, get your entrance music ready and let's see if you have what it takes to go toe-to-toe with these powerful questions!

Oh, and don't balance your laptop on the top rope while taking it!

Randy Savage is one of the most iconic professional wrestlers who was active during the 1980s. “Macho Man” Randy Savage is notably regarded by many people as one of the greatest professional wrestlers of all time and is also a member of the WWE Hall of Fame.

André the Giant is a classic professional wrestler who was active during the 1980s and also the inaugural inductee into the WWE Hall of Fame. His height of over 7 ft. was a result of giantism caused by excess growth hormone.

Hulk Hogan is one of the most iconic professional wrestlers who was active during the 1980s. He is regarded by many as the most popular wrestler of the 1980s, and he is by far the most recognized wrestling star worldwide.

Bret Hart is a classic professional wrestler who was active during the 1980s. He is notably a second-generation wrestler and also a part of the extensive Hart wrestling family.

Roddy Piper is one of the most iconic professional wrestlers who was active during the 1980s. He was eventually inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame in 2005.

Jake Roberts is a classic professional wrestler who was active during the 1980s. He is notable for being the inventor of the DDT finishing move.

The Ultimate Warrior is one of the most iconic professional wrestlers who was active during the 1980s. He is notable for being the first wrestler to be the WWF Intercontinental Heavyweight Champion and the WWF World Heavyweight Champion at the same time.

Mr. Perfect is a classic professional wrestler who was active during the 1980s. He is notable for having the seventh-longest reign as the AWA World Heavyweight Champion.

Rick Rude is one of the most iconic professional wrestlers who was active during the 1980s. After retirement he managed several wrestlers and was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame in 2017.

Jimmy Snuka is a classic professional wrestler who was active during the 1980s. He is notably recognized for having introduced the high-flying style of wrestling to the World Wrestling Federation.

Ted DiBiase is one of the most iconic professional wrestlers who was active during the 1980s. He has branched out into being a wrestling manager and a color commentator.

Ricky Steamboat is a classic professional wrestler who was active during the 1980s. In 2009 he was notably inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame.

Harley Race is one of the most iconic professional wrestlers who was active during the 1980s. He retired in 1991 and was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame in 2004.

Bob Backlund is a classic professional wrestler who was active during the 1980s. His career spans three decades and in 2013 he was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame.

The Iron Sheik is one of the most iconic professional wrestlers from the 1980s. He ended Bob Backlund’s six-year reign as champion but then lost the title to Hulk Hogan four weeks later – he was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame in 2005.

Jim Duggan is a classic professional wrestler from the 1980s. In 1988 he emerged as the winner of the first-ever Royal Rumble match.

Junkyard Dog is a classic professional wrestler who was active during the 1980s. He also notably played college football and was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame in 2004.

Tito Santana is one of the most iconic professional wrestlers from the 1980s. He is notable for having been a babyface for his entire career and in 2004 he was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame.

Bob Orton, Jr. is one of the most iconic professional wrestlers from the 1980s. His family has been extremely active in professional wrestling; including his father (Bob Orton Sr., his son (Randy Orton), and his brother (Barry Orton).

Jim Neidhart is a classic professional wrestler who competed during the 1980s. Through marriage, he is technically a part of the extensive Hart wrestling family.

Greg Valentine is one of the most iconic professional wrestlers from the 1980s. Over his extensive career he has held more than 40 championships and in 2004 he was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame.

George Steele is a classic professional wrestler who was active during the 1980s. In Tim Burton's film “Ed Wood”, George Steele notably portrayed actor and Swedish wrestler Tor Johnson.

King Kong Bundy is one of the most iconic professional wrestlers who was active during the 1980s. He also had a career as an actor and stand-up comedian.

Demolition Smash is a classic professional wrestler from the 1980s. He is notable for being a four-time former world tag team champion.

Don Muraco is one of the most iconic professional wrestlers that was active during the 1980s. In 2004, he was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame.

The Honky Tonk Man is one of the most iconic professional wrestlers who was active during the 1980s. He is notable for being the cousin of Jerry Lawler, professional wrestler and color commentator.

Demolition Ax is a classic professional wrestler who was active during the 1980s. Demolition Ax was trained by Newton Tattrie and he officially retired in 2017.

Big Boss Man is one of the most iconic professional wrestlers from the 1980s. In 2016, he was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame.

Davey Boy Smith is a classic professional wrestler who was active during the 1980s. One of his more notable nicknames was “The British Bulldog”.

Sgt. Slaughter is one of the biggest characters from the 1980s. He was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame in 2004.

Shawn Michaels is a classic professional wrestler who was active during the 1980s. He is remembered for being a superb performer in the ring and he was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame in 2011.

Jesse "The Body" Ventura starred with Schwarzenegger in "Predator" after he left the ring. He also notably served as the 38th Governor of Minnesota from 1999 to 2003.

Big John Studd is one of the most iconic professional wrestlers who was active during the 1980s. In 2004 he was posthumously inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame.

Brutus "The Barber" Beefcake was known for trimming the hair of unconscious opponents. Today he operates as a semi-retired professional wrestler and has held nine titles throughout his career.

Paul "Mr. Wonderful" Orndorff is a classic professional wrestler who was active during the 1980s. In 2005 he was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame.

Ric Flair, the "Nature Boy," is one of the most iconic professional wrestlers that was active during the 1980s. He is the only person to be inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame twice (the second time as a member of The Four Horsemen).

The Undertaker is a classic professional wrestler who started his career during the 1980s but rose to prominence in the 1990s. He is notable for his supernatural and horror-themed performances.

Dusty Rhodes is one of the most iconic professional wrestlers who was active during the 1980s. He was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame and his sons also had professional wrestling careers.

Hercules is a classic professional wrestler who was active during the 1980s. He is also notable for being a prolific bodybuilder, having appeared in several bodybuilding magazines.

Hillbilly Jim is one of the most iconic professional wrestlers who was active during the 1980s. In 2018, he was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame.

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