5. Eddie Guerrero and Chris Benoit
The story of Eddie Guerrero and Chris Benoit’s friendship is a touching story about to underdogs pulling through to help each other reach success. It initially started after a match in Japan. The two found that they’d had a lot in common and soon became very close. Along with Dean Malenko they were known as the “three amigos.” Benoit and Guerrero went on to headline WrestleMania 20 for both the WWE and World Heavyweight titles. Guerrero retained his WWE title while Benoit won his first Heavyweight belt. Guerrero died in 2005 leaving Benoit deeply affected by his passing. Benoit himself died in 2007 after allegedly murdering his wife and son then proceeding to commit suicide.
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