5 major athletes who became successful WWE Superstars

#2. WWE Hall of Famer Mark Henry

Mark Henry is most well-known for his long WWE career and is a current backstage talent in AEW who hasn't lost hope of an in-ring return. His WWE career saw him get signed to the company on an unprecedented deal.

Henry initially failed to become the major star that WWE wanted him to be. A major weightlifter who holds several records to this day, he was seen as a failure of sorts despite his nature as a serviceable superstar.

By the end of his WWE career, Henry won the World Heavyweight Championship and became a member of the WWE Hall of Fame.

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#1. Former WWE Raw Women's Champion "Rowdy" Ronda Rousey

Ronda Rousey was a world-famous name before her WWE days. An Olympic medalist Judoka, she transitioned into MMA with great success, becoming an inspiration for women to enter the combat sport.

Rousey then shifted to pro-wrestling, immediately becoming a main eventer. Her WrestleMania debut was surprisingly excellent, and she displayed a natural mastery over the theatrical, controlled violence of the medium.

Ever since losing the WWE Raw Women's Championship at WrestleMania 35, Rousey hasn't stepped inside the squared circle. She has recently become a mother and is enjoying her new role.