WWE has seen plenty of giants, but not all have stayed in the spotlight. Behind the well-known names are others who stood over 7 feet tall and made their mark in much more unpopular ways. This article gives space to those who brought size, presence, and a unique role to the show, even if their time was short.
Big John Studd – 6’10”
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Bringing a stretcher to the ring wasn’t subtle, but Big John Studd wanted you to know someone wasn’t walking out. His long-running feud with Andre the Giant led to the famous $15,000 Bodyslam Challenge at WrestleMania I. Years later, his Hall of Fame induction in 2004 established his role in shaping WWE’s early heavyweight era.
The Undertaker – 6’10”
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As he walked through smoke with eerie calm, Undertaker’s 1990 debut set the tone for a career built on presence and timing. He took hits without flinching, played the long game, and made WrestleMania his stage with a 21-match streak. His last match in 2020 closed a run that left a lasting shape on WWE’s identity.
Nathan Jones – 6’11”
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Nathan Jones looked ready for mayhem but never quite settled into the grind. He was cast alongside The Undertaker in a WrestleMania feud. Wrestling wasn’t an extended stay, but film suited him better, so he landed roles in Troy and Mad Max: Fury Road, where his impact came naturally.
Kevin Nash – 6’10”
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Kevin Nash moved quickly into the spotlight, starting as Shawn Michaels’ bodyguard. In 1994, he held the WWE, Intercontinental, and Tag Team titles simultaneously, with a yearlong championship rule. Back in WCW, he helped form the nWo and ended Goldberg’s streak at Starrcade 1998.
Jackson Andrews – 6’11”
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Jackson Andrews brought a basketball background and standout size to WWE. After training with Booker T, he debuted as “Cyrus” before landing a spot on Raw in 2010 as Tyson Kidd’s enforcer. His role was short-lived—one encounter with Mark Henry ended the run, and he returned to developmental before being released in 2011.
Kurrgan – 6’11”
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As part of The Truth Commission, Kurrgan followed The Jackyl’s orders without question. He stood out with his size and silence, and let the Iron Claw do most of the talking. After leaving WWE in 1999, Robert Maillet moved into acting and landed roles in 300, Sherlock Holmes, and Pacific Rim.
Kane – 7’0″
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Kane made his mark when he tore through the Hell in a Cell door in 1997. His attack on The Undertaker sparked a long-running feud built around family and revenge. In 2018, Glenn Jacobs took a new path by winning the election as mayor of Knox County, Tennessee.
Eli Cottonwood – 7’0″
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Eli Cottonwood brought size and an odd persona to WWE by debuting as a former Sanitarium patient. On NXT’s second season, he stood out for reasons beyond wrestling—his awkward “Mustache means money” line became a lasting punchline. After NXT, he returned to FCW and briefly teamed with Bray Wyatt before asking for his release.
Big Show – 7’0″
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WWE signed Big Show in 1999 with high hopes and a major contract. As The Giant in WCW, he pulled off a rare feat by winning the World Title in his first match. WWE brought him in with fanfare in 1999, hoping for a new Andre. Instead, they got a long, unpredictable run that included world titles across three major promotions.
Shanky – 7’1″
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Shanky was trained in India and signed through the 2020 talent search. He had remarkable size but little direction. When paired with Jinder Mahal and Veer, he played backup more than breakout. A quiet run with limited character work and ring time left him on the sidelines. His release in 2023 ended a short, scattered WWE chapter.
The Great Khali – 7’1″
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The Great Khali immediately made an impact by taking down The Undertaker before even wrestling a full match. His official debut at Judgment Day ended with a clean win over one of WWE’s biggest names. A World Heavyweight Title followed, but his limited mobility and wrestling ability prevented a longer or more dominant title reign.
Giant Silva – 7’2″
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Giant Silva had the height but little spotlight during his short WWE stint. He was originally a professional basketball player from Brazil, and transitioned into wrestling when he joined the eccentric group known as The Oddities. Unlike his stablemates, who had more prominent characters, Silva often faded into the background. After his release, he shifted gears in Japan by competing in Pride FC and New Japan.
Omos – 7’3″
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Omos was recruited from the University of South Florida’s basketball program and made his WWE main roster debut in 2020. He quickly gained attention by teaming with AJ Styles and winning the Raw Tag Team Championship at WrestleMania 37. That momentum carried into singles matches against top stars like Brock Lesnar and Seth Rollins.
Andre the Giant – 7’4″
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At over 500 pounds, Andre the Giant filled arenas just by walking in. He was dubbed “The Eighth Wonder of the World,” and became wrestling’s first true attraction. WrestleMania III gave him his most iconic moment: getting slammed by Hulk Hogan in front of 93,000 fans.
Giant Gonzalez – 7’7″
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No one stood taller than Giant Gonzalez—literally. At 7’7″, he remains the tallest in WWE history. After a brief NBA attempt, he debuted as El Gigante in WCW before arriving in WWE for a short, awkward feud with The Undertaker. Despite his size, his movement and presentation didn’t land, and WWE released him soon after.
