Top 11 WWE Superstars mentored by Dusty Rhodes

WWE’s developmental journey has seen remarkable transformations over the years. Gone are the days of sending green wrestlers to independent territories; instead, the birth of NXT in the early 2010s revolutionized talent development within WWE‘s own ecosystem.

At the heart of NXT’s success stood The American Dream Dusty Rhodes, whose influence shaped the careers of numerous WWE superstars until his passing in 2015. Dusty’s mentorship was instrumental in nurturing talent and shaping the future of WWE.

At WWE: NXT Takeover Dusty Rhodes was paid homage and his pivotal role in NXT’s ascent.

Here, we explore the careers of Roman Reigns and 10 other WWE Superstars who were fortunate enough to have Dusty Rhodes as their guiding light.