You know who’s awesome? Adam Rose.
Every time he’s on screen, I can’t help but smile and have fun. I certainly don’t expect him to become WWE World Heavyweight Champion any time soon, but sometimes the best thing a wrestler can do is entertain the audience by reminding them that in the end? This is a show. It’s all fun and games. You can relax, sing along and just enjoy it.
A big part of that fun comes from Rose’s personal party posse, the Rosebuds. This collective of colorful characters is just as entertaining as Rose himself and a big part of what makes him so much fun to watch. It’s like the blue fairy from Pinocchio landed on the Island of Misfit Toys and turned everyone there into a real boy, or girl, or muppet. There have been a number of wrestling misfits who would have fit right in with this Rosebud Revolution, and I am here today to pay tribute to those who were a little early to the party.
Koko B. Ware: With his colorful outfits and mascot Frankie, the Birdman would have been a perfect fit as a Rosebud. Not only could he wrestle, but he could sing! Koko would’ve felt right at home flapping his arms along with Frankie and the rest of the Rosebuds. The only question is, do we go with Jerry Curl Koko or parachute pants Koko?
The Gobbledy Gooker: How do you top a guy in a bunny costume? How about a guy in a mutant turkey costume! The Gooker might have been a dud when he hatched at Survivor Series 1990, but he might actually get cheered with the Rosebuds. All of his rolls and tumbles would make for a neat post match celebration.
Phantasio: Every party needs entertainment, and only the best parties have magic. Enter Phantasio, the magical mat wizard who would do parlor tricks during his matches, including a devastating finish that would see him give his opponents an atomic wedgie. A little mean spirited to be sure, but it would be a great way to put all those lemons in their place.
La Parka: WCW’s Chairman of the Board was known for swinging chairs and fancy foot work. He sounds like the kind of guy who would make great back up for Adam Rose. Plus, the guy is dressed up as a giant skeleton! No man had more charisma with a covered face than La Parka. If you need any more convincing I’ve got three words for you: Air. Guitar. Solos.
The Blue Meanie: You want different? This guy is different. His regular attire of daisy duke shorts and a half cut t-shirt, along with his trademark blue locks, make him an irregular site to behold. Add to that the ability to impersonate the most popular wrestlers of all time, and you have a Rosebud who will always keep the party interesting.
Kurrgan: Kurrgan would make a great Rosebud because he’s already lived this lifestyle with the Oddities during the attitude era. Even in a group of weirdos, when you’re seven feet tall wearing tie dye and zubas, you tend to stand out. The great thing about having Kurrgan as a Rosebud is that he knows Robert Downey Jr. (C’mon, you could totally see RDJ on the Exotic Express).
The Godfather: Everybody get on the Exotic Exress! In a strange twist, The Godfather might actually dress a little too conservative for the Rosebuds, but there’s one thing the Godfather always brought with him wherever he went: hot women! The Godfather was a party everywhere he went too, so something tells me pimping might get a bit easier with the Rosebuds.
Naked Mideon: Let’s be honest, it’s not a real good party until someone gets naked. With Mideon, it really would be party time, all the time! When he was an active wrestler, the WWE locker room looked at Naked Mideon with disgust and hatred. If he were a rosebud, this former European Champion would be accepted and encouraged to be as natural as he wanted.
The Boogeyman: Some might argue that The Boogeyman was more into scaring people than having a good time, but we really don’t know what his intentions were. He kept saying he was coming to get us, but who’s to say he wasn’t getting us punch, or getting us to cut a rug? Regardless, any guy that eats worms and smashes clocks over his head is the kind of guy you want at your party.
Curry Man: He’s hot. He’s spicy. He tastes great! Curry Man brought an international flair to the squared circle everywhere he went. Mostly because no one really knew where he was from, but let’s face it, partying is a universal language, and no one knew that better than Curry Man. With him there’s no need to order in. He’s got a party platter on his head!
There are many more men and women who would feel comfortable on the Exotic Express, and if you feel like showing them some love, feel free to do so in the comments or when sharing. Just use #OriginalRosebud. Could you imagine seeing all these classic characters come out with Adam Rose for some sort of all-star Rosebud gathering? I think that would be a worthy #WrestlemaniaMoment. Book it Vince! Don’t be a lemon.
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