“Koko B. Ware would end up being so popular in the ’80s and early ’90s that he’d be remembered for decades even though he rarely won a match.”

Jada Gomez
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Nov 20, 2020

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If you grew up watching the WWF in the ’80s, you’ve definitely heard of Koko B. Ware. David Dennis, Jr. pays homage to the Hall of Famer and reminds us of Koko’s legacy:

“In the end, Koko B. Ware’s charisma and gimmick transcended his actual win-loss record. In the era of Hogan, Savage, and The Hart Foundation, he stood out and became a household name even, as he was overlooked as an in-ring star.”

Read Dennis’ entire story below.

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Jada Gomez
Jada Gomez

Written by Jada Gomez

Senior Platform Editor at Medium. Girl with the long last name from the Empire State. NYU Alum. Runner. Puppy Mommy. Smiler.