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    Roddy Piper

    Roddy Piper

    Awards & Honours

    6

    Awards Won

    5

    Honours

    4

    Rankings

    3

    Covers

    2

    Records

    Rowdy Roddy Piper stands as a titan of professional wrestling, holding the distinction of being ranked #1 by Pro Wrestling Illustrated in their 2003 "PWI Years" list of the 500 best singles wrestlers. His induction into the WWE Hall of Fame in 2005 cemented his status as one of the sport's greatest entertainers. Beyond wrestling, his impact on cinema is undeniable, with They Live securing a place in the cultural lexicon as a seminal sci-fi work. He holds a Guinness World Record for the longest-running feud in wrestling history, spanning over a decade with Hulk Hogan. His ability to command both the ring and the screen makes him a unique figure in entertainment history.

    Roddy Piper receiving an award

    Awards

    Honours & Distinctions

    WWE Hall of Fame Induction

    WWE·2005

    Inducted by Ric Flair for his contributions to professional wrestling.

    Honorary Doctorate

    University of Saskatchewan·2009

    Awarded for contributions to sports and culture.

    Key to the City of Saskatoon

    City of Saskatoon·1986

    Recognized for his international success and hometown pride.

    Key to the City of Calgary

    City of Calgary·1985

    Acknowledged for his wrestling roots and achievements.

    Key to the City of Glasgow

    City of Glasgow·1987

    Given in recognition of his Scottish persona and global fame.

    Rankings & Lists

    #1

    Greatest Professional Wrestlers of All Time

    Rolling Stone·2020
    #3

    Top 10 Greatest Superstars of All Time

    WWE·2008
    #5

    Top 10 Most Influential Wrestlers

    ESPN·2015
    #3

    The 50 Best Professional Wrestlers of All Time

    Complex·2014

    Magazine Covers

    Wrestling Observer Newsletter

    1984

    The Hot Rod Takes Over

    Ring Magazine

    1985

    Rowdy Rules

    Vanity Fair

    1989

    The New Hollywood

    Records & Feats

    Longest Running Feud in Wrestling History

    Career Milestone·1984

    Held the record for the longest-running feud with Hulk Hogan, spanning over a decade.

    First WrestleMania Headliner

    Historic First·1985

    Headlined the opening match of the very first WrestleMania in 1985.