Let’s get real: the WWE Hall of Fame is full of legends, but the women have a gigantic blind spot when it comes to women. For every iconic legend who has been inducted, as many pioneering trailblazers shattered the mold and haven’t received their flowers yet. These women weren’t merely performers — they were trailblazers, storytellers, and pioneers who made the business. Their Hall exclusion cannot be overstated. So let’s get things evened up, wrestling-style, with a 12-woman countdown of ladies who are more than worthy of induction.
12. Beulah McGillicutty
Beulah was mad and heart in ECW, showing the world that women can excel in the worst of times. With hardcore feuds to crazy storylines, she gave it all to the business and left her signature on wrestling’s wildest stage. She deserves her spot in history.
11. Gail Kim
Even with a short stint in WWE, Gail Kim would go on to revolutionize the women’s division in Impact, earning many Knockouts Championships and trading timeless matches with Awesome Kong. Her own legend endures — a Hall of Fame induction is practically a foregone conclusion.
10. Sable
An actual Attitude Era phenomenon, Sable brought mainstream popularity to the women’s division of WWE. With record-breaking Playboy covers, ring rivalries, and unparalleled charisma, she made it to every household. Despite her tumultuous WWE connections, her impact can’t be overlooked.
9. Awesome Kong / Kharma
As Kharma, she made a huge impact in WWE, even competing in the Royal Rumble. Her raw power and barrier-breaking presence demonstrated that women of all sizes could own the stage. Her résumé does the talking.
8. Michelle McCool
McCool wasn’t only a member of the Divas division — she embodied it. With several title reigns and her notorious Lay-Cool tag-team era, she introduced crisp athleticism and character development that paved the way for the next generation of WWE women. She’s been overlooked far too long.
7. Melina
Whether sliding into the ring with one of the most legendary entrances in history or accumulating five championship titles, Melina stood out on all fronts. She paired showmanship with athleticism, making an indelible mark that is felt even to this day’s roster.
6. Miss Elizabeth
Throughout the wrestling world, no female manager has ever been able to melt fans’ hearts as Miss Elizabeth did. Her elegance was a perfect harmony with the madness of Macho Man Randy Savage, and her aura gave more value to some of the WWE’s best storylines. She wasn’t only one of the legends – she was the legend herself.
5. Chyna (Solo Induction)
Although Chyna is acknowledged in the Hall as a member of DX, she should be recognized for her singles career. Being the first female wrestler to participate in the Royal Rumble, going on to become the Intercontinental Champion, Chyna broke the mold at every turn. She is the one who qualifies for a Hall of Fame spot by herself.
4. Victoria
Victoria added raw power to the women’s roster. From hardcore matches to championship wins, she drew out the best from her opponents and entertained those in attendance who supported her. Hard-nosed, creative, and unremarkable — her case for the Hall of Fame is unbeatable.
3. Mickie James
Few women have lived as vibrant and colorful a wrestling career as Mickie James. From her legendary feud with Trish Stratus to being a gold-winning wrestler in WWE, Impact, and NWA, she’s been proving herself great time and time again. Mickie’s legacy continues to build, but the Hall needs to be on the phone already.
2. AJ Lee
When WWE’s Divas era was fading, AJ Lee stepped in and changed the game. Her ability to connect with fans, her agility, and her character work proved women could tell compelling stories and headline TV. Her influence on today’s division can’t be overstated.
1. Jazz
One of the greatest women of her era, Jazz was a powerhouse of energy, strength, and credibility in everything she accomplished. Two-time Women’s Champion and stalwart of WWE and ECW, she paved the way for countless others. Ironically, she’s not already in.
The WWE Hall of Fame is not complete without giving these women their due places. They paved the way, opened the doors, and redefined how society sees women’s wrestling. Inducting them would not only be a payoff to their careers — it would finally give the Hall the full history of wrestling.