Paul Heyman set to be inducted into WWE Hall of Fame class of 2024
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Paul Heyman is the first pick of the WWE Hall of Fame Class of 2024 | Credit: WWE.com

WWE Paul Heyman set to be inducted into WWE Hall of Fame class of 2024

David Ben 07:34 - 05.03.2024

From his trailblazing work in ECW to his continued influence in WWE, Paul Heyman is officially the first pick for the 2024 WWE Hall of Fame.

Paul Heyman will be inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame Class of 2024, as first reported by AP, and confirmed by WWE.

Heyman’s induction marks a fitting tribute to one of the most influential figures in sports-entertainment history.

From his early days as Paul E. Dangerously in WCW to his pivotal role in shaping the landscape of professional wrestling with ECW, Heyman's impact is certainly undeniable.

Explained: Paul Heyman’s evolution in pro wrestling

Paul Heyman to be inducted into WWE Hall of Fame class of 2024
Paul Heyman to be inducted into WWE Hall of Fame class of 2024 | Credit: X

Paul Heyman's journey in the wrestling world began with his stint in WCW, where he made waves as the brash and outspoken Paul E. Dangerously.

Heyman led a stable known as the Dangerous Alliance,  showcasing his managerial prowess by guiding talents like Steve Austin and Rick Rude to prominence. However, it was his departure from WCW that paved the way for his most significant contribution to the industry.

Heyman's transformation of Eastern Championship Wrestling into Extreme Championship Wrestling (ECW) revolutionized the wrestling landscape.

He contributed immensely to ECW becaming a breeding ground for innovative storytelling and jaw-dropping in-ring action.

Paul Heyman to be inducted into WWE Hall of Fame class of 2024
Paul Heyman to be inducted into WWE Hall of Fame class of 2024

Heyman's vision propelled ECW from local obscurity to international acclaim, with the promotion gaining a cult following thanks to its edgy content and boundary-pushing matches.

Paul Heyman's Legacy in WWE and Beyond

Paul Heyman to be inducted into WWE Hall of Fame class of 2024
Paul Heyman to be inducted into WWE Hall of Fame class of 2024 | Credit: X

While ECW eventually folded under financial strain, Heyman's influence remained present throughout the wrestling world.

His tenure in WWE saw him involved in some of the most memorable storylines and factions, from the "Invasion" angle to his alliances with Superstars like former WWE Champions CM Punk and Brock Lesnar.

Paul Heyman to be inducted into WWE Hall of Fame class of 2024
Paul Heyman and Brock Lesnar | Credit: X

Heyman's ability to captivate audiences with his compelling promos and sharp wit cemented his status as a master strategist and an influential on-screen presence.

Paul Heyman to be inducted into WWE Hall of Fame class of 2024
Paul Heyman and CM Punk | Credit: X

In recent years, Heyman has found renewed success as the Special Counsel to WWE Universal Champion and “Tribal Chief” Roman Reigns - who is also the leader of the most dominant faction currently in the WWE, The Bloodline.

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Paul Heyman has been at the forefront of Roman Reigns’ journey to becoming the face of WWE | Credit: X

Paul Heyman has been credited for playing a pivotal role in Roman Reigns' dominant championship reign (spanning more than 1,270 days and counting).

Heyman's counsel and cunning have played a significant part in elevating Reigns to unprecedented heights in WWE.

Under Heyman, it is fair to say that Roman Reigns has attained an iconic status as the biggest draw in pro wrestling as far as the 2020s is concerned.

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