Alright, so the other day I was thinking about the best WWE ring announcers, right? I mean, those folks who introduce the wrestlers before a match. They’re kinda the unsung heroes, you know? So, I got this idea to make a list of my top picks.
First off, I started by watching a bunch of old WWE matches. Man, it brought back memories! I jotted down the names of all the announcers I could find, from the classic ones to the newer faces. It was a real trip down memory lane, I tell ya.
Then, I decided to get a little more organized. I made a big list on my computer, separating them by era. You got your Golden Era, your New Generation Era, Attitude Era, and so on. That really helped me see how the announcing style changed over time. It’s pretty wild how different it was back in the day!
Next up, I dug into each announcer. I watched more clips, focusing on their voice, their energy, and how they interacted with the crowd. Some of them had these killer voices that just grabbed you, like you could tell who it was without even looking. Others were all about getting the crowd pumped up, and some were just plain entertaining with their little quirks and catchphrases.
Here are my top 5:
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Howard Finkel: The man, the myth, the legend. He was the voice of WWE for decades. His “And NEEEWWW” still gives me chills.
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Tony Chimel: Okay, I know he’s not everyone’s cup of tea, but you can’t deny the guy’s enthusiasm. Plus, his “Rated R SOOOOPERSTAR” intro for Edge was iconic.
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Lilian Garcia: She had this classy vibe, but she could also bring the fire when needed. And, oh boy, she could sing the national anthem like nobody’s business.
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Justin Roberts: He was the voice of a generation for a lot of us. His energy was infectious, and he always made the wrestlers feel like a million bucks.
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Samantha Irvin: Now, she’s a relatively new face, but she’s already making waves. She’s got this unique style that really sets her apart. She is just too good.
After all that, I typed up my final list, adding some notes about each announcer and why I picked them. It took a while, but it was fun. I even shared it on a couple of wrestling forums online. People seemed to like it, and it sparked some good discussions. It’s always cool to hear other fans’ opinions on this stuff.
So yeah, that’s the story of how I ended up making a list of the best WWE ring announcers. It was a fun little project, and it reminded me why I love this crazy world of pro wrestling so much.
