Ray Charles
Ray Charles opened up the WrestleMania 2 pay-per-view event with his unforgettable rendition of America the Beautiful – Charles is a legendary piano player and recording artist, who, despite being blind, combined gospel and blues to churn out such classic hits as Hit the Road Jack and I Can’t Stop Loving You. His amazing talents even led the great Frank Sinatra to dub him the “genius.”
Ozzy Osbourne
Osbourne accompanied the British Bulldogs to the ring for their World Tag Team Championship match against The Dream Team. Osbourne, also known as the Prince of Darkness, is one of the most controversial artists in Rock N’ Roll history. The lead singer of Black Sabbath is perhaps best known for biting the head off of a live bat during a press conference. Being a native of England, it was a perfect fit for him to accompany his countrymen, the British Bulldogs, to the ring.
Susan St. James
St. James provided commentary with Vince McMahon during the New York portion of WrestleMania 2. St. James is best known for her acting on the then hit-show Kate and Allie as she played the part of Kate McCardle.
Joan Rivers
Rivers was a special guest ring announcer. She is a legendary comedienne who is well known for her stints as a guest host on the Tonight Show with Johnny Carson, headlining Las Vegas and Carnegie Hall, and reporting from the Red Carpet of big events on the fashion of the stars.
Cathy Lee Crosby
Crosby provided commentary with Gorilla Monsoon and “Mean” Gene Okerlund during the Chicago portion of WrestleMania 2. Crosby is an internationally-known star of stage, film and television. Perhaps she was best known as being one of a trio of hosts for That’s Incredible.
Elvira
Elvira provided commentary with Jesse “The Body” Ventura and Lord Alfred Hayes during the Los Angeles portion of WrestleMania 2. Elvira’s work in film and her unmistakable image has made her a pop culture icon. Her trademark low cut, black dress certainly adds to her trademark look.
Tommy Lasorda
Lasorda was a special guest ring announcer. Lasorda was the outspoken, extremely successful manager of the Los Angeles Dodgers at the time. The Hall of Famer led the Dodgers to eight division titles and two World Series Championships.
Ricky Schroeder
Schroeder was guest timekeeper. Schroeder, a child-actor at the time, was known for his work on the hit TV show Silver Spoons. He has gone on to star in the hit television show NYPD Blue since then as well.
Cab Calloway
Calloway was a guest judge for the boxing match between Mr. T and “Rowdy” Roddy Piper. Calloway was one of the premier jazz performers of all time.
Darryl Dawkins
Dawkins was a guest judge for the boxing match between Mr. T and “Rowdy” Roddy Piper. Dawkins was a popular NBA player at the time and was known by fans as “Chocolate Thunder.”
Herb
Herb was portrayed in commercials for the fast food chain Burger King as the only man in America who hadn’t eaten at the restaurant. The commercials became a big hit with television viewing audiences, and Herb became a household name.
Clare Peller
Peller was a guest timekeeper. Peller is known for her work as the “Where’s the Beef” lady in commercials for the restaurant chain, Wendy’s. At the time, her commercials were arguably the most popular on TV.
Joe Frazier
Frazier was Mr. T's corner man for his boxing match against "Rowdy" Roddy Piper. Smokin' Joe, as he was called, was one of the most famous Heavyweight boxers of all time. He is most remembered for his memorable rivalry with Muhammad Ali. He defeated Ali, in their first fight, winning a 15-round decision at Madison Square Garden. He lost their rematch, which set up the famous "Thrilla in Manilla" fight. He put up a valiant effort, but lost when his corner threw in the towel after the 14th round.