Paul Heyman’s enshrinement into the WWE Hall of Fame class of 2024 marked a pinnacle moment in his illustrious career. The master strategist, known affectionately as “The Wiseman,” was honored with an induction by none other than Roman Reigns, the very individual he currently guides as an advocate.
Among the esteemed attendees were Heyman’s past proteges, including the likes of CM Punk, alongside numerous wrestling legends whose paths he influenced across WCW, ECW, and WWE.
Over three decades, Heyman’s imprint on the industry has been profound, shaping the trajectories of luminaries such as The Undertaker, Stone Cold Steve Austin, and the formidable Brock Lesnar.
A testament to his enduring success lies in his astute eye for talent, perpetually identifying the next “Paul Heyman Guy” or gal within the WWE ranks.
In the current WWE terrain there exists a plethora of talent ripe for the guidance of The Advocate, awaiting the moment when he inevitably parts ways with The Head Of The Table.
Here’s a look into five superstars primed to flourish under Heyman’s tutelage:
#5. Solo Sikoa’s alignment with The Tribal Chief, Roman Reigns, lays a promising foundation for his future.
Put Solo with Paul Heyman now
— BOURBON (@EV937) April 8, 2024
With Heyman’s history with Reigns’ family, Sikoa’s ascension as The Tribal Heir could seamlessly transition him into the realm of Heyman’s clientele, propelling him toward stardom within the company.
#4. Charlotte Flair, much like Reigns, has encountered a parallel journey of being pushed by the company without fully garnering fan support. Aligning with Heyman could unlock her full potential, elevating her status to unprecedented heights and rewriting her narrative within the WWE.
#3. Gunther‘s dominance and physicality evoke memories of Heyman’s past protege, Brock Lesnar.
Make @Gunther_AUT A paul heyman guy pic.twitter.com/2VAP0Yv4AH
— Kid with a wrestling page (@Adam38497342296) April 7, 2024
With Heyman’s guidance, Gunther could ascend to the main event scene, leaving a trail of destruction reminiscent of The Beast Incarnate.
#2. Bron Breakker and #1. Jade Cargill represent the next generation of WWE’s elite, embodying raw power, athleticism, and charisma akin to Lesnar during his emergence. With Heyman’s mentorship, either Breakker or Cargill could redefine what it means to be a dominant force in the WWE for years to come.
In Heyman, these superstars may find not only a mentor but a catalyst for their ascent to greatness, solidifying their places in wrestling history for generations to come.