WWE's 10 Most Feel Good Moments

Pro wrestling is predicated on many things, not the least of which is its ability to get its audience emotionally invested in what they're witnessing. From the storylines to the in-ring action to the frequent pageantry involved, wrestling has the ability to make audiences feel something over even the strangest scenarios. For as much as it can disappoint and enrage viewers periodically, wrestling can be pure magic when all goes well. Nowhere is this on display better than the various times a story arc has culminated in a happy ending.

WWE especially has been responsible for a number of these moments that have resonated with fans over the years. Whether it's a tearful reunion or a long-awaited championship win, WWE has created some true feel-good moments. Listed here are just a few examples of the times that, be it intentionally or by accident, WWE left its audience smiling even after the screen faded to black.

Kofi Kingston began his WWE career as a fresh-faced young rookie who debuted on the ECW brand in January 2008. Soon enough, he was shifted over to the main WWE roster where he began a slow but steady ascent up the card. However, despite some impressive early successes, including an Intercontinental Title reign, Kingston hit some unfortunate speed bumps. This included a spot slip-up amidst a Triple Threat with John Cena and Randy Orton, which thoroughly enraged the latter.

One cry of "Stupid!" later, and Kofi was sent hurtling back down the card, even losing out on a planned Money in the Bank win. Kingston remained in mid-card purgatory until 2013, when Xavier Woods approached him and Big E Langston, proposing an alliance of some sort. This alliance eventually blossomed into The New Day, which after a rocky start, eventually became one of WWE's biggest money-makers.

It was during his time with The New Day that, one fateful night on "SmackDown," lightning would strike once again for Kofi. Following an ill-timed injury to Mustafa Ali, Kingston was granted his slot in a gauntlet match and the Elimination Chamber that followed. The good will Kingston amassed with his efforts in these matches was enough to get Kofi-Mania on everyone's lips. After some admittedly convoluted story swerves, Kofi Kingston made it to WrestleMania 35 in a one-on-one match with "The New" Daniel Bryan. Following an incredible match, Kingston was left holding the WWE Title as he, his kids, Big E, Woods, and a spectating "SmackDown" roster all celebrated his well-deserved return to the main event picture.

When Roman Reigns announced he was battling leukemia, it sent a sizable shockwave throughout the pro wrestling world. For the longest time, many fans had nothing but bottomless disdain for the "Big Dog," seeing him as a cynical attempt to replicate John Cena. However, things changed when Reigns took to the ring in the opening segment of the October 22, 2018 episode of "Raw."

With a microphone in his hands and tears in his eyes, Reigns told the fans in attendance the truth. Breaking any semblance of kayfabe, Reigns explained that his real name was Joe and he'd been dealing with leukemia for 11 years. After a very heartfelt speech in which he promised he'd be back, Reigns left the title in the ring and went up the ramp. There he was joined by his Shield brothers, Seth Rollins and Dean Ambrose, who hugged him in a tearful embrace.

Roman remained AWOL from television until February 2019 when he arrived back on "Raw" to update his fans on his recovery. Thankfully the update was a positive one as Reigns was all too thrilled to announce that he was in remission. Later that same night, Reigns ran out to help Dean Ambrose and the crowd could not have been happier.

In the history of professional wrestling, few talents have garnered as much love from fans and in-ring colleagues as Eddie Guerrero. From his unparalleled in-ring ability to his kinetic energy, it was impossible to not be engrossed by his work. His matches with the likes of Chris Jericho, Rey Mysterio, and Kurt Angle were always high-octane crowd-pleasers. The self-proclaimed "Latino Heat" also had a penchant for lying, cheating, and stealing his way to victory, often in a comical fashion. It was in 2004 though that Guerrero was finally given a chance to shine in the main event scene on "SmackDown."

Following his victory in a battle royal, Guerrero was awarded a WWE Title shot at that year's No Way Out pay-per-view. Unfortunately, this meant Guerrero had to contend with then-WWE Champion Brock Lesnar, still in the midst of a dominant title reign. It was an uphill battle for Guerrero, but despite Brock repeatedly smashing him into the earth, "Latino Heat" refused to lose. At the match's conclusion, Guerrero utilized his trademark cheating, putting Lesnar in position for the patented frog splash. Once Guerrero had secured the three count, the wave of joy that swept through the crowd was indescribable. For the first time in his career, Eddie Guerrero was going to WrestleMania as WWE Champion, and fans couldn't have been happier.

Few pairings in pro wrestling have garnered as much attention as "Macho Man" Randy Savage and Miss Elizabeth. Randy Savage was already a box office attraction, but putting the elegant and soft-spoken Miss Elizabeth at his side was a stroke of genius. Her quiet demeanor perfectly counterbalanced Savage's which was predicated on being as loud and boisterous as humanly possible. Their relationship became a consistent staple of WWF programming for many years, showing all of their various ups and downs.

Following their onscreen breakup, Savage brought on Sensational Sherri as his new manager. This also coincided with Savage dethroning Jim Duggan as King of the Ring, subsequently referring to himself as "The Macho King." The fresh pair soon entered into a feud with the Ultimate Warrior, which culminated in a match at WrestleMania VII with Savage's career on the line. Savage ended up losing the match, bringing about the temporary end to his in-ring career and prompting Sherri to turn on him. However, Elizabeth, who'd been watching from the crowd, immediately rushed to the ring to save Savage. In a moment straight out of a romantic drama, Savage and Elizabeth shared an emotional reunion as the crowd roared. Judging by the number of fans caught on camera crying, it's safe to say that their reconciliation was well-received.

Jake "The Snake" Roberts' story is truly one of pro wrestling's most brutal, often-unpleasant, but ultimately hopeful tales. In the 1980s, few wrestlers could dominate on the microphone quite like Jake The Snake, easily able to entice audiences with his unique delivery. Whereas most other wrestlers screamed and shouted, Roberts opted to talk slowly and quietly, luring you in with his soothing voice. Despite never winning the WWE Title, Jake is widely regarded as one of the greatest to ever lace a pair of boots.

However, one cannot talk about Jake Roberts without mentioning his various struggles, which he's been quite vocal about. As documented in "The Resurrection of Jake 'The Snake' Roberts," his addiction had become a major problem. From health issues to incidents at indie shows, the future looked bleak for Roberts before Diamond Dallas Page came to his aid. With DDP's help, Roberts was able to make progress in combatting his issues while also getting back into better shape and beginning to live a much healthier life. This resulted in induction into the WWE Hall of Fame but also a surprise appearance on the Old School edition of "Raw" in January 2014. Seeing Roberts, sober and healthy, strut to the ring to place a snake on Dean Ambrose's face will never fail to make us smile.