The WWE Universe is in a state of disbelief and sadness following the heartbreaking announcement of the untimely passing of Bray Wyatt, one of the most enigmatic and charismatic wrestlers of this generation.
From championship victories to the introduction of his chilling alter ego, ‘The Fiend,’ these moments showcase the brilliance and creativity of a man who will forever be remembered as one of wrestling’s most unforgettable characters.
In this article, we’ll take a journey down memory lane and recount the top 5 moments that defined Bray Wyatt’s tenure in WWE.
5. The iconic Firefly Fun House Match versus John Cena
The clash between John Cena and Bray Wyatt in the Firefly Fun House Match remains an unforgettable chapter in WWE history. At WrestleMania 36, both two icons stepped into a realm that blurred the lines between reality and fiction. The match was a surreal cinematic experience that took viewers on a mind-bending journey through the depths of their rivalry.
Bray Wyatt had be me laughing so hard at this moment during the Firefly Funhouse Match against John Cena where he would quote a lyric from Nikki Bella's theme song…
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John Cena himself recognized this match as a pinnacle moment in his career. Undoubtedly, as fans reminisce about the past, the Firefly Fun House Match will shine as an unforgettable masterpiece.
4. Passing the torch moment with The Undertaker
During the 30th anniversary episode of WWE Raw, The Undertaker made a surprise appearance in the segment featuring Bray Wyatt and LA Knight. The Undertaker confronted LA Knight and passed the spotlight to Bray Wyatt. Before leaving the ring, The Undertaker whispered something into Bray Wyatt’s ears. The whole sequence turned to be very special for Bray Wyatt.
Strikingly, this turned out to be Bray Wyatt’s final appearance on Raw. Experiencing such a significant gesture from a legendary figure like the Undertaker, who rarely breaks character, undoubtedly will stand as one of the most memorable highlights in Bray Wyatt’s career.
3. The Fiend Debuts
One cannot discuss Bray Wyatt’s legacy without highlighting the chilling debut of “The Fiend.” At SummerSlam 2019, the WWE Universe witnessed the transformation of Wyatt into this monstrous alter ego.
The haunting character his first appearance by attacking Finn Balor. Emerging from the darkness with a lantern that carried a replica of his own severed head, The Fiend struck fear into the hearts of both fans and wrestlers. The Fiend’s debut signaled a new era for Bray Wyatt and and immediately became a central figure in WWE’s landscape.
2. Bray Wyatt wins WWE Championship at Elimination Chamber
One of the most defining moments of Bray Wyatt’s career came at the 2017 Elimination Chamber pay-per-view. In a star-studded match featuring John Cena, AJ Styles, and Dean Ambrose, Wyatt emerged victorious and captured the WWE Championship for the first time. This victory solidified him as a main event player.
Wherever Bray Wyatt is now, he must be wearing a contented smile, as he not only left a lasting legacy but also lived out the cherished dream that every wrestler dreams for – to become a WWE Champion.
1. Bray Wyatt Returns
Bray Wyatt’s cinematic return at Extreme Rules 2022 will be remembered as one of the most sensational comebacks, company has ever seen.
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From the cryptic QR code teasers to the climactic moment, entire sequence was flawlessly executed. The moment mysterious door swung opens, a masked figure who later unmasks and reveal himself as Bray Wyatt, triggers one of the loudest and most thunderous crowd reactions in WWE history.