3 greatest superstar sendoffs in WWE history
The WWE has had a rich history, starting way back when Vince McMahon Sr. was the sole owner of the company, all the way down to the present era.
Over the course of the past several decades, tons of superstars have shed their blood and tears for the WWE as well as the fans. Some of these superstars have achieved stardom of astounding levels. Hulk Hogan and Ric Flair were the top stars of the 80s, while Shawn Michaels and Bret "The Hitman" Hart ruled the mid-90s.
At the peak of the Attitude Era, The Rock and Stone Cold Steve Austin graced the WWE Universe with their presence, going on to become two of the most revered stars on all time. John Cena is hailed by many as being the greatest superstar of the 21st century. Many of the above-mentioned legends have retired from active competition, but not all of them got the send-off they deserved.
WWE sometimes goes out of their way to honour these stars on their way out of the business, as a thank you for their services throughout their storied careers. Here are three WWE superstars who got fairytale sendoffs on their way out of the squared circle.
#3 Trish Stratus
As the Unforgiven 2006 PPV loomed closer, Trish Stratus made an announcement that made the WWE Universe gasp in unison. She confirmed that she was going to retire after the PPV, with her Women's title match against her longtime rival Lita being her final match in WWE.
The stage was set for Trish's sendoff as she couldn't have chosen a better place to end her legendary career, than her hometown of Toronto. Trish was already a first-ballot future hall of famer thanks to her storied career as one of the greatest women wrestlers of all time.
After a hard fought match, Trish finally hit her patented move, known as The Stratusfaction, on Lita and the crowd erupted in a sea of cheers. A tearful Trish held the Women's title high as the entire arena full of fans gave her a well-deserved standing ovation.
Trish retired as the Women's champion and she couldn't have gotten a sendoff better than this.