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The Mega Powers was a tag team in the World Wrestling Federation (WWF) from 1987 to 1989, consisting of Hulk Hogan and Randy Savage, and managed by Savage's wife, Miss Elizabeth. Lust and jealousy surrounding her led to the team's demise and subsequent feud, culminating in a match at WrestleMania V. They briefly reformed in World Championship Wrestling (WCW) in 1994 as The Monster Maniacs before returning to their original name. They then interacted regularly thereafter as both teammates and rivals, particularly as members of the New World Order (nWo), until their departures from WCW in 2000.

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World Wrestling Federation (1987–1993)

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Formation (1987)

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Prior to the fall of 1987, Hogan and Savage were bitter enemies. In fact, from late 1985 through mid-summer 1987, the two often wrestled for the WWF World Heavyweight Championship. Hogan was able to defeat Savage on many of these occasions, although Savage gained some important countout and disqualification victories over Hogan as well. While Hogan was the most popular star in the WWF during most of this time, Savage—who was the WWF Intercontinental Heavyweight Champion for many of their matches in 1986 and early 1987—had gained a strong following even during his heel days, and by July 1987, was starting to get more cheers than boos. A slow face turn for Savage was beginning, and gained credibility when an angle was started involving The Honky Tonk Man (a heel who had since won the Intercontinental Championship) began making disparaging comments about Savage. To aid in Savage's face turn, the WWF began booking him against various heels, including King Kong Bundy and Killer Khan, with those matches taking place prior to his first match against Honky.

The Mega Powers officially formed their alliance, then, on the October 3, 1987 Saturday Night's Main Event XII (taped September 23, 1987), when Savage sought to win the Intercontinental Championship from Honky Tonk Man. When Savage hit his diving elbow drop finisher on Honky for the pin, The Hart Foundation came in and attacked Savage, getting Honky disqualified.[1]

When Honky shoved Miss Elizabeth to the mat, who was trying to stop them, she ran away to the backstage area; meanwhile, Honky completed his attempt to break his guitar over Savage's head. Shortly afterward, Miss Elizabeth returned with Savage's former rival Hulk Hogan, who came and saved Savage from the assault.[1] Afterwards, Savage extended his hand in friendship to Hogan, who accepted and the three paraded around the ring with their hands adjoined.[1] Their alliance solidified Savage's change into a fan favorite, which had been brewing for weeks as fan support grew for him. Later that night, during a backstage interview with Gene Okerlund, Savage and Hogan shook hands again and Savage referred to themselves for the first time as the Mega Powers. Hogan stated that "the combination of 'Hulkamania' and 'Macho Madness' may become the most powerful force in WWF history".

Over the next four months, Hogan and Savage would team up several times. The first being at a house show in Vancouver, BC, on November 10, 1987. It was a six-man tag team match with Hogan and Savage teaming with Jim Duggan to defeat the team of King Kong Bundy, Rick Rude and Harley Race. Their second tag team match was held in Huntsville, Alabama on January 5, 1988. It was a dark match at a television taping where Hogan and Savage defeated the team of Honky Tonk Man and the Hart Foundation in a handicap match. Another six-man tag team match was held in Montreal on February 8, 1988, with Hogan and Savage teaming up with Ricky Steamboat to defeat the Honky Tonk Man and the Hart Foundation.

On the March 12, 1988 episode of Saturday Night's Main Event XV, Savage wrestled Ted DiBiase in a singles match. DiBiase was accompanied by Virgil and André The Giant. Halfway through the match the referee ejected Virgil from ringside for outside interference. The match ended when Andre took advantage of the referee being incapacitated and rammed Savage into the ringpost. When the referee came to he counted Savage out of the ring. Following the match, Virgil returned to the ring and joined DiBiase and Andre in a 3-on-1 beating of Savage. Miss Elizabeth ran away from ringside and when she returned she was with Hulk Hogan, who ran into the ring carrying a steel chair. Hogan saved Savage from any further attacks by chasing the trio out of the ring. Afterwards, Hogan helped Savage back to his feet.

WrestleMania IV (1988)

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Main article: WrestleMania IV

A tournament was made to decide a new WWF World Heavyweight Champion after Hogan "lost" the title to André the Giant at The Main Event I on February 5, 1988. André immediately surrendered the belt to Ted DiBiase. It was revealed that DiBiase had hired referee Dave Hebner's twin brother, Earl, to pretend to be Dave and give Hogan a bogus three count when Hulk's shoulder was clearly off the mat before the count of three. Between the referee cheating Hogan, André forfeiting the title and DiBiase's illegal attempt to buy the title, this caused WWF President Jack Tunney to declare the championship vacant.

Hogan and André were both given byes in the first round of the tournament, but fought to a double-disqualification in the quarterfinals. This had the side effect of giving Ted DiBiase a bye in the semifinals. Ultimately, Savage and DiBiase met in the final match of the tournament. DiBiase did all that he could to take out Savage (including the constant interference of André, who was acting as DiBiase's second for this match), but he couldn't keep him down. Savage eventually went to Miss Elizabeth, whispering something to her. She ran backstage, as the fans were trying to figure out what was going on.

A few minutes later, Miss Elizabeth re-emerged with Hogan. André and DiBiase seemed shocked by the turn of events. Hogan got revenge on DiBiase by hitting him in the back with a steel chair while André had distracted the referee by preventing Savage from getting to the ropes while locked in DiBiase's Million Dollar Dream.[1] Savage was able to hit his diving elbow drop finisher and got the three count. After the match, they celebrated as a group.

A few months later, with Hogan on leave of absence from the WWF and Savage feuding with DiBiase over the title, DiBiase and André attacked Savage during an interview segment prompting Savage to challenge the two to a tag team match against him and a partner of his choosing, which was accepted. Savage then revealed that his partner would be the returning Hogan and that they would meet André and DiBiase at SummerSlam.

SummerSlam (1988)

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Main article: SummerSlam (1988)

Their official televised debut match as a tag team was at SummerSlam '88. They went against André the Giant and Ted DiBiase in a match billed as "The Mega Powers versus the Mega Bucks". Jesse Ventura, a longtime supporter of Savage's but a longtime adversary of Hogan's, served as referee for this match. The match didn't go as planned for the Mega Bucks. Miss Elizabeth exposed her assets in skimpy panties after stripping off her skirt to the heels, resulting in the Mega Powers coming back to win the match. Ventura counted but hesitated at two, so Savage forced the three-count.

Feud with The Twin Towers and split (1988–1989)

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At the 1988 Survivor Series, Hogan and Savage captained a team that faced a five-member squad headed by Big Boss Man and Akeem (who by now were being billed as The Twin Towers). Hogan and Savage eventually won the match (last eliminating King Haku, Big Boss Man and Akeem had been counted out and disqualified, respectively); during the post-match posing, Hogan again began acting friendly toward Miss Elizabeth, visibly annoying Savage. In a post-match interview, pro-heel commentator Jesse Ventura interviewed Savage, playing up Savage's growing anger regarding Hogan's behavior toward Miss Elizabeth. However, Miss Elizabeth was not the only reason Hogan and Savage had issues with each other during their stint as a team.

The two had an uneasy relationship, particularly when it became obvious Hogan would act friendly and/or protective toward Miss Elizabeth. On Saturday Night's Main Event XVII and XX, Hogan was insistent on Miss Elizabeth appearing at ringside for his matches versus King Haku, Akeem, and Bad News Brown. In the latter instance, Miss Elizabeth's was endangered by Akeem and his allies, Slick and King Haku when Big Boss Man grabbed Miss Elizabeth and placed her in handcuffs; before Big Boss Man could use his nightstick to strike Miss Elizabeth, Savage ran out and made the save. While Savage showed concern for Miss Elizabeth, he disregarded Hogan, who was still reeling from being attacked by The Big Boss Man and Akeem.

At the 1989 Royal Rumble, Hogan accidentally eliminated Savage in the Royal Rumble match when he went to put out Bad News Brown (with whom Savage was having a concurrent feud). The two appeared to make amends at the behest of their manager, but Savage was clearly upset after the event (which was ultimately won by Big John Studd).

Things came to a full boil on February 3, 1989, on NBC's prime-time special, The Main Event II when the two wrestled The Twin Towers. During the match, Akeem threw Savage out of the ring. Savage was thrown onto Miss Elizabeth, knocking her unconscious. Hogan saw what happened and carried Miss Elizabeth from the ring to the medical area. When Miss Elizabeth was revived, she implored a distraught Hogan to return to the ring to help Savage, who had been left to fight the two gargantuans on his own for several minutes. Hogan eventually called for the tag, but Savage, who was furious with being abandoned during the match, slapped Hogan in the face. After some choice words to a confused Hogan, he took his world championship belt, and stormed back to the locker room. Hogan defeated The Twin Towers by himself. After the match, Hogan went to check on Miss Elizabeth. Savage was back there too, who was caught in mid-tirade yelling to Miss Elizabeth that as world champion he was tired of taking a backseat to both Hogan and Miss Elizabeth in the Mega Powers pecking order. Upon Hogan's arrival, Savage turned his frustration to him, accused Hogan of trying to steal Miss Elizabeth from him, and manipulate the belt away from him. Hogan implored Miss Elizabeth to try and talk some sense into him before Savage attacked him by hitting him in the face with the title belt, sealing the end to their partnership and beginning their feud.

WrestleMania V: The Mega Powers explode (1989)

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Main article: WrestleMania V

Hogan's first response to Savage's actions was to challenge him at WrestleMania for the WWF World Heavyweight Championship, which Savage eventually accepted. Most of the leadup to the match involved two things: the first being Savage showing (heavily edited and out of context) footage to prove that Hogan "lusted after" Miss Elizabeth, after which Hogan would respond by showing the footage in its proper context and with explanation; and the question of whose corner would Miss Elizabeth be in. Miss Elizabeth ultimately announced she would be in a neutral corner.[1][3]

On April 2, 1989, Hogan and Savage decided to settle the score at WrestleMania V for the WWF World Heavyweight Championship. Although Miss Elizabeth was stationed in her "neutral corner" for the match, she was eventually ejected from ringside after too many complications were caused by her attempting to assist both men at different points in the match. After an even match between both, Hogan eventually prevailed after kicking out of a Savage's diving elbow drop before "hulking up" and executing the leg drop to become WWF World Heavyweight Champion for the second time.[1][3]

The two would continue their feud in the months following WrestleMania. Savage replaced Miss Elizabeth as his manager with Sensational Sherri after Wrestlemania V and aligned himself with Hogan's co-star from the movie No Holds Barred, Tiny Lister (who appeared in character as Zeus, his role in the film).[3] This extension of the angle would culminate at SummerSlam when Hogan and Brutus Beefcake (with a return appearance by Miss Elizabeth) would defeat Savage and Zeus in the main event, and a December 1989 cage match between the two teams during a pay-per-view event entitled No Holds Barred: The Match, The Movie.[3]

Savage and Hogan would meet one last time for a WrestleMania V rematch on the February 23, 1990 edition The Main Event III with Heavyweight Boxing Champion James "Buster" Douglas as the guest referee.[4] Hogan would come out victorious yet again with Savage knocked out by Douglas post-match.

Post-feud (1991–1993)

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After his feud with Hogan came to a final conclusion, Savage began a rivalry with The Ultimate Warrior and cost him his WWF Championship against Sgt. Slaughter at the Royal Rumble in January 1991. Savage and Warrior would face off in a retirement match at WrestleMania VII, which Savage lost. After the match Queen Sherri turned on him, which caused Miss Elizabeth to come from the crowd and save Savage. The actions turned Savage into a hero again, and he left the ring with Miss Elizabeth to a loud ovation from the crowd. Following Hogan's victory over Sgt. Slaughter to regain the WWF Championship at that same event, Savage served as a special guest referee for house show rematches between Hogan and Slaughter from June 30 through August 18. In each of the seven bouts, Hogan successfully retained the title after Slaughter attacked Savage only for Savage to return the favor, thereby assisting Hogan.[5]

On November 16, 1991, Hogan was a guest on Paul Bearer's Funeral Parlor interview segment. When Hogan was attacked by The Undertaker and Ric Flair, Savage (along with Roddy Piper) saved Hogan from the beating.

Savage returned to wrestling in 1992, and he and Hogan both competed in the 1992 Royal Rumble. The two tagged to defeat Jake "The Snake" Roberts and The Berzerker on a February 1 taping of WWF Superstars.[6] They teamed again at a house show on February 10 to defeat Roberts and The Undertaker.[7] The Mega Powers reunited for one final time in the WWF on March 29, 1992, to defeat Ric Flair and Sid Justice by disqualification at a house show at The Palace of Auburn Hills in Auburn, Michigan.[8]

Hogan and Savage's real-life friendship unraveled in 1992 when Miss Elizabeth filed for divorce against Savage. In an interview with Radio WWF in 1993, Savage discussed the divorce, openly blaming Hogan and his then-wife Linda for turning Miss Elizabeth against him.[9]

An urban legend was that Savage gave Hogan a black eye with a punch a few days before WrestleMania IX in 1993; however, Hogan stated in his autobiography the black eye came from a jet ski accident incurred days before the event. This was later confirmed in an interview with Mike Schiavello.[10]

Hogan left the WWF in the summer of 1993, while Savage departed near the end of 1994.

World Championship Wrestling (1994–2000)

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Reunion (1994–1996)

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After Hogan and Savage patched up their real-life differences, Hogan talked WCW president Eric Bischoff into signing Savage, who was increasingly unhappy with his diminishing role in the WWF. In his initial appearance on WCW Saturday Night, Savage made reference on air to his love/hate relationship with Hogan and was ambiguous as to where his allegiance was. He aided Hogan at Starrcade 1994 and shook his hand, signalling their alliance. Jimmy Hart, who by this point was managing Hogan, began to manage the team. Initially called "The Monster Maniacs" (presumably for legal reasons), Hogan and Savage teamed on January 25, 1995, at Clash of the Champions XXX to battle Kevin Sullivan and The Butcher. Hart would turn on the team at Halloween Havoc 1995 to manage the Dungeon of Doom, a stable Sullivan would go on to form in the Summer of 1995 in an effort to improve his chances of ridding WCW of Hogan. By early 1996, Hogan and Savage would change their team name back to "The Mega Powers" and Miss Elizabeth returned to manage them, however at SuperBrawl VI, Elizabeth would turn on Hogan and Savage and align herself with Ric Flair. On March 24, 1996, at Uncensored, The Mega Powers reunited to take on eight opponents in a Doomsday Cage Match. The opponents were Flair, Arn Anderson, Kevin Sullivan, Lex Luger, The Faces of Fear (The Barbarian and Meng), Z-Gangsta, and The Ultimate Solution. They were known as the Alliance to End Hulkamania. At Clash of the Champions XXXII on January 23, 1996, from Las Vegas, Nevada, the duo lost to Ric Flair and The Giant.

Second breakup (1996)

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The team broke up again at Bash at the Beach on July 7, 1996. This time, it was Hogan who turned heel. Hogan came out seemingly to save Savage and Sting during their match with The Outsiders (Scott Hall and Kevin Nash); Hogan double-crossed Savage and Sting, dropping the leg on Savage three times, then forming the New World Order (nWo). WCW decided to work Hogan's and Savage's old real life feud into the storyline, going as far as having Hogan state that if Savage was going to accuse him of causing his divorce from Miss Elizabeth, then he "doesn't need someone as ungrateful as 'The Macho Man' as a friend". Later that year, the former friends faced off at Halloween Havoc for the WCW World Heavyweight Championship. Savage almost had Hogan beat, but thanks to Ted DiBiase and The Giant, Hogan retained the title and the nWo brutally beat Savage. Savage's ex-wife, Miss Elizabeth, who was aligned with the Four Horsemen at the time, begged Hogan to stop hurting Savage, who she still cared deeply about. She then covered his unconscious body to prevent anymore beatings and was spraypainted along with Savage.

New World Order (1997–1998)

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After losing to Hogan at Halloween Havoc, Savage went on hiatus. He returned to WCW in January 1997, joining Sting in the rafters, showing no alliance to either WCW or the nWo for a while. At SuperBrawl VII, Savage appeared ringside for the match between Hogan and Roddy Piper. Savage became a villain by slipping Hogan a pair of brass knuckles when the referee's back was turned. Hogan used the weapon en route to his very first pinfall victory over Piper, and after the match, Hogan and Savage brutalized Piper together.

The pair would team often, sometimes with the Outsiders, in tag matches with Savage now wearing similar wrestling attire to Hogan. However, in late 1997, after Hogan lost the WCW World Heavyweight Championship to Sting, friction popped up between Savage and Hogan again, this time over who the leader of the nWo was. Hogan and Savage teamed for the final time in their careers on the February 16, 1998 edition of WCW Monday Nitro, losing to Sting and Lex Luger by disqualification.

A brief feud between Savage and fellow nWo member Kevin Nash ended when the two realized Hogan was playing them against each other to keep them away from chasing the WCW World Heavyweight Championship. The feud came to a fever pitch when Savage took the title from Sting, only to have Hogan take it from him the next night. After that, the nWo split into two factions, with Hogan spearheading nWo Hollywood and Savage co-founding the nWo Wolfpac with Nash. The Outsiders split shortly after when Hall turned on Nash and joined up with nWo Hollywood.

The former Mega Powers teammates faced off for the last time when Savage lost the WCW World Heavyweight Championship to Hogan on the July 12, 1999 episode of Nitro.

The Millionaire's Club (2000)

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Main article: The Millionaire's Club

In 2000, Hogan and other legends have formed the WCW faction known as The Millionaire's Club. During one memorable brawl at the end of a television taping between the Club and their opponents, Savage suddenly ran out and lent the Club his aid, turning the tide and effectively becoming a member after tapping fists with Hogan once the fighting ended. Hogan and Savage had reverted to fan favorite status by this time. This ended quickly, however, as Hogan left from WCW in July 2000 (who returned to WWF (now WWE) in 2 years later), and Savage wasn't seen again before WCW closed down after the final episode of Monday Nitro on March 26, 2001.

Parodies and deaths

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TNA: Hogan and Jay Lethal (2010)

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On the March 29, 2010 episode of Total Nonstop Action Wrestling (TNA)'s Impact! television show, Hogan met with "Black Machismo" Jay Lethal in his office. Lethal, whose character was inspired by Savage, made reference to the Mega Powers, placing himself in Savage's place as Hogan's partner. They finished the segment by doing the Mega Powers handshake.[11]

WWE: AxelMania and Macho Mandow (2015)

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On the May 5, 2015 episode of Main Event, Damien Sandow adopted a new "Macho Mandow" gimmick reminiscent of Savage's, with the same entrance music (Pomp and Circumstance) and similar attire. He then wrestled a match against Curtis Axel, whose "AxelMania" gimmick had elements similar to Hogan's; however, the match was interrupted by The Ascension.[12] On the May 11, 2015 episode of Raw, they had a rematch and were again interrupted by The Ascension; this time they fought off The Ascension together, and then shared a handshake reminiscent of the original Mega Powers.[13][14][15] The team was later christened "The Meta Powers". At Payback, The Meta Powers were defeated by The Ascension. The Meta Powers angle was dropped on July 24, 2015, after WWE fired Hulk Hogan and severed all ties with him,[16] although Sandow continued to use the Macho Man gimmick.

Deaths

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Miss Elizabeth died on May 3, 2003 due to Acute toxicity, Randy Savage died on May 20, 2011 from a heart attack.due to a enlarged heart and heart disease complications, whereas Hulk Hogan died on July 24, 2025 due to heart attack.

Championships and accomplishments

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See also

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Notes

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References

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The Mega Powers were a in the World Wrestling Federation (WWF, now WWE) formed in 1987, consisting of and "Macho Man" Randy Savage, with serving as their manager. The alliance officially began on October 3, 1987, during an episode of , when Hogan rescued Savage from an attack by The Honky Tonk Man and The , at Elizabeth's urging. Their partnership was solidified at on March 27, 1988, where Hogan aided Savage in winning the WWF Championship in a tournament final. As one of the most popular duos of the era, the Mega Powers made their in-ring tag team debut at SummerSlam 1988 on August 29, defeating the Mega Bucks—comprising André the Giant and Ted DiBiase—in the event's main event, with celebrity referee Jesse Ventura officiating amid controversy. They continued to feud with teams like the Twin Towers (Akeem and Big Boss Man), showcasing their dominance while building immense fan appeal through Hogan's heroic persona and Savage's intense athleticism. Tensions arose from Savage's growing jealousy over Hogan's interactions with Elizabeth, culminating in the team's dissolution on February 3, 1989, during The Main Event, when Savage attacked Hogan after Elizabeth was injured in their match against the Twin Towers. This betrayal led to their highly anticipated split match at on April 2, 1989, where Hogan defeated Savage to win the WWF Championship, ending the Mega Powers era and shifting the promotion's landscape. The duo also briefly reunited several times in (WCW) during the 1990s and early 2000s.

Background and Formation

Individual Careers Leading to Partnership

Hulk Hogan emerged as the preeminent babyface in the World Wrestling Federation (WWF) during the 1980s, spearheading the Hulkamania phenomenon that transformed into a mainstream cultural force. After returning to the WWF in late 1983, Hogan defeated to win his first WWF World Heavyweight Championship on January 23, 1984, at , initiating a dominant reign that lasted until February 5, 1988. This period, marked by his charismatic persona, signature yellow and red attire, and motivational mantra of "training, saying prayers, and eating vitamins," galvanized a massive fanbase known as Hulkamaniacs and propelled WWF attendance and television ratings to new heights. Hogan's star power was solidified through high-profile feuds that showcased his heroic archetype, most notably his escalating rivalry with . The two had clashed intermittently since 1980 in various promotions, often resulting in double countouts or disqualifications, but their storyline intensified in 1987 when , a longtime ally, turned and challenged Hogan for the championship. This built to a legendary confrontation at on March 29, 1987, where Hogan bodyslammed the 520-pound before pinning him in front of 93,173 fans at the , an event that epitomized the era's spectacle and further entrenched Hogan's status as wrestling's top draw. Randy Savage, known as "Macho Man," joined the WWF in 1985 as a flamboyant , bringing an intense, colorful persona honed from years in regional promotions and a brief career. Debuting on June 17, 1985, he quickly aligned with the elegant as his manager, whose poised presence contrasted Savage's erratic energy and amplified his theatrical entrances adorned in elaborate robes and cowboy hats. Savage captured the WWF Intercontinental Heavyweight Championship on February 8, 1986, by defeating in , holding the title for over a year and defending it in memorable bouts that highlighted his aerial athleticism and strategic cunning. Savage's positioning as a top contender was enhanced by his bizarre yet captivating feud with George "The Animal" Steele, which spanned 1986 and 1987 and revolved around Steele's infatuation with . The storyline featured Steele's obsessive antics, such as stealing Savage's hat and pursuing Elizabeth, leading to chaotic matches where Savage retained his title amid disqualifications and interference, culminating in heightened tension heading into . By 1987, under Vince McMahon's aggressive leadership, the WWF had evolved from a regional into a national entertainment juggernaut, fueled by Hulkamania and strategic media partnerships that boosted syndicated TV ratings to over 5 million weekly viewers. McMahon emphasized larger-than-life characters and crossover appeal to sustain growth amid increasing competition from promotions like the , creating demand for high-stakes angles to pair top singles stars and maximize and draws. and Savage's paths briefly intersected at , where both headlined in separate marquee matches, foreshadowing their potential synergy in WWF's expanding roster dynamics.

Initial Alliance in WWF (1987)

The alliance between Hulk Hogan and Randy Savage, which would become known as the Mega Powers, originated as a scripted storyline in the World Wrestling Federation (WWF) during the summer of 1987, positioning the two top babyfaces as unlikely partners against rising heel threats. The narrative setup emphasized Hogan's role as a heroic savior figure amid Savage's post-championship struggles, following Savage's loss of the Intercontinental Championship to The Honky Tonk Man on June 2, 1987. This vulnerability was highlighted in ongoing attacks by heel factions, setting the stage for their union to restore order and dominance in the promotion. The official on-screen formation occurred during the WWF's XIV, taped on September 23, 1987, and aired on October 3, 1987. In the segment, Savage competed in an Intercontinental Championship match against , only to be ambushed post-match by and ( and ) after Honky retained the title via disqualification. With Savage overwhelmed, manager desperately sought assistance backstage, bringing in , who charged to the ring, cleared the attackers with his signature strength moves, and extended a hand to Savage in a symbolic gesture of solidarity. This intervention marked as the savior, bridging their prior rivalry into a powerful partnership. Immediately following the save, Hogan coined the "Mega Powers" moniker in a backstage interview with Mean Gene Okerlund, declaring that the fusion of "Hulkamania" and "Macho Madness" created "the most powerful force" the WWF had ever seen. The duo's —a custom rock track emphasizing their explosive energy—was introduced shortly thereafter for joint appearances, underscoring the alliance's larger-than-life appeal. Accompanied by , whose poised presence amplified the group's charisma, the Mega Powers projected a dynamic "power couple" image, blending 's heroic archetype with Savage's intense, unpredictable style to captivate audiences. In the ensuing months, the Mega Powers built chemistry through early non-title matches, primarily in house shows and dark matches, where they frequently teamed against groups like and other heels. Their first joint appearance on came in late 1987, featuring collaborative promos that showcased growing mutual respect; Hogan publicly endorsed Savage's prowess, hyping him as a future cornerstone of the WWF alongside his own reign as champion. These segments focused on their complementary strengths—Hogan's endurance and Savage's aerial agility—without delving into title pursuits, allowing the alliance to establish narrative momentum ahead of major events.

Rise to Prominence in WWF

WrestleMania IV Victory (1988)

WrestleMania IV, held on March 27, 1988, at the Trump Plaza in Atlantic City, New Jersey, featured a 14-man single-elimination tournament to determine the new WWF Champion after the title was vacated due to controversy surrounding the previous champion Hulk Hogan's match against André the Giant. The tournament structure included first-round matches, quarterfinals, semifinals, and a final, with all bouts contested under standard wrestling rules unless otherwise noted. This event marked a pivotal moment for Hogan and Randy Savage, whose budding partnership—rooted in their initial alliance earlier in 1987—culminated in their collaborative triumph, laying the groundwork for the Mega Powers tag team. Hogan entered in the quarterfinals against André the Giant, but the match ended in a double disqualification after the two brawled outside the ring and did not return before the referee's count of 10. Meanwhile, Savage won his first-round match against Butch Reed by pinfall after delivering his flying elbow drop. In the quarterfinals, Savage defeated Greg Valentine by pinfall with the flying elbow drop. The semifinals saw Savage defeat the One Man Gang by disqualification after manager Slick struck Savage with a nightstick, with Hogan providing support from ringside. Ted DiBiase advanced by defeating Hacksaw Jim Duggan in the first round by pinfall and Don Muraco in the quarterfinals by pinfall, reaching the final due to eliminations in the opposite bracket. In the tournament final, Savage faced DiBiase in a hard-fought contest marred by André's repeated interference on behalf of his ally, including attacks that left Savage battered and isolated. Hogan intervened to neutralize André, slamming him through the timekeeper's area and clearing the path for Savage to rally with a series of clotheslines and a double axe handle before climbing the for his patented flying elbow drop, pinning DiBiase cleanly to win the WWF Championship. Following the , Savage shared an emotional celebration in the ring with manager , who tearfully embraced him as Hogan joined to raise both their arms in triumph, an image that epitomized heroic camaraderie and propelled the WWF toward greater mainstream visibility during its expansion era. This crowning achievement not only elevated Savage as champion but also solidified the Mega Powers' status as WWF's premier heroic force.

SummerSlam Tag Team Success (1988)

Following their triumphant performance at , where assisted in capturing the WWF Championship, the duo known as the faced escalating threats from the villainous alliance of and , dubbed the . This rivalry intensified after DiBiase and ambushed Savage in May 1988, prompting Hogan's intervention and solidifying their partnership. The conflict built through television appearances and confrontations, culminating in the inaugural on August 29, 1988, at in , drawing a sold-out crowd of 20,000 fans. The main event pitted the Mega Powers—Hogan and the reigning WWF Champion Savage, accompanied by Miss Elizabeth—against the Mega Bucks, managed by Bobby Heenan and Virgil, with former wrestler Jesse Ventura serving as the special guest referee to ensure impartiality. Early in the match, the Mega Powers showcased their synergy with rapid tags and high-energy offense, but momentum shifted when André entered, overpowering both opponents with his immense size, including a chokeslam on Hogan that left the hero reeling. Savage mounted a comeback by climbing the ropes for his signature flying elbow drop on André, though Ventura's heel sympathies led to a controversial slow count. As the Mega Bucks regained control, Elizabeth dramatically intervened by removing her skirt at ringside, creating a stunning distraction that caused DiBiase and André to avert their eyes in shock, allowing the Mega Powers to recover. Hogan then hulked up, delivering a body slam to before turning his attention to DiBiase; Savage followed with an elbow drop on the Million Dollar Man, setting up Hogan's decisive for the pinfall victory at 12:20. The erupted in cheers, with fans chanting for the heroes as Ventura reluctantly counted to three, marking one of the loudest reactions of the night and affirming the Mega Powers' dominance as an unbeatable . This win not only defended Savage's WWF Championship prestige in a tag format but also elevated their partnership to new heights, positioning them as the top attraction in WWF while subtly foreshadowing future strains over Elizabeth's loyalties amid their growing celebrity status.

Conflicts and Dissolution in WWF

Feud with The Twin Towers (1988)

Following their victory at in March 1988, WWF Champion became a prime target for emerging threats, including attacks by George "One Man Gang" Gray and Ray "Big Boss Man" Traylor, who debuted as a singles competitor in June 1988 under the management of Slick. These assaults on Savage extended to involving his manager in the storyline as a vulnerable figure, amplifying the tension without physical harm to her, as the heels positioned themselves as dominant forces against the champion's circle. In mid-1988, Gray transitioned to the Akeem persona in September, teaming with Traylor to form The Twin Towers, a powerhouse duo backed financially by "Million Dollar Man" , who assembled them as part of his . The group targeted Savage through brutal beatdowns on WWF television programs like Superstars and Prime Time Wrestling, as well as numerous house shows across the U.S., where the giants overwhelmed Savage until intervened with dramatic rescues to preserve the Mega Powers' . These encounters showcased The Twin Towers' imposing physicality, with Akeem's 450-pound frame and Big Boss Man's nightstick-wielding aggression creating scenarios that tested and Savage's unity. Elizabeth's role as the emotional centerpiece intensified the narrative, as the storyline portrayed her as the protected "damsel" whose peril drew into repeated saves, underscoring the external pressures on the Mega Powers before any internal strife emerged. The escalated through DiBiase's orchestration, building through television appearances, house shows, and culminating in a 5-on-5 elimination match at on November 24, 1988, where the team captained by the Mega Powers (, , , , and ) defeated the Twin Towers' team (Akeem, , , Haku, and ), solidifying their status amid the giants' threat.

The Mega Powers Explode at WrestleMania V (1989)

The tensions within the Mega Powers reached a boiling point during a match on February 3, 1989, at The Main Event II in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, where and defended their alliance against The Twin Towers (Akeem and ). As Elizabeth stood at ringside, she was accidentally struck by an elbow from Akeem, knocking her unconscious and prompting Hogan to carry her backstage for medical attention, leaving Savage to fend for himself in the ring. This incident ignited Savage's long-simmering jealousy, leading him to accuse Hogan of with Elizabeth and slap him upon his return; later, Savage attacked Hogan in the locker room with his WWF Championship belt, solidifying their rift. The feud culminated in the main event of on April 2, 1989, at the Trump Plaza in , pitting WWF Champion against for the title, billed as "The Mega Powers Explode." To ensure a fair contest amid the personal animosity, Elizabeth was banned from ringside, forcing her to watch from the crowd. The match showcased the duo's signature styles, with Savage dominating early using his technical prowess and flying elbow drop, while Hogan absorbed punishment and rallied with his resilient babyface energy. In the match's climax, Hogan "hulked up" after kicking out of Savage's elbow drop attempt, mounting a comeback that included a series of punches, a big boot, and his patented to secure the pinfall victory at 17:34, reclaiming the WWF Championship and officially dissolving the Mega Powers partnership. Immediately following the bell, Savage turned by attacking the celebrating Hogan, cementing his villainous shift, and was soon aligned with Sensational Sherri as his new manager, who assisted in the assault and escorted him from the ring.

Aftermath and Individual Paths (1989–1993)

Following the betrayal by Savage during their tag team match against The Twin Towers at The Main Event II on February 3, 1989, Hulk Hogan solidified his status as the top babyface in WWF by defeating Savage in the main event of WrestleMania V to win the WWF Championship, beginning his second reign that lasted 364 days until he dropped the title to The Ultimate Warrior at WrestleMania VI on April 1, 1990. During this period, Hogan engaged in high-profile defenses against challengers like Bashful Big John Studd and Earthquake, maintaining his drawing power through larger-than-life presentations that emphasized his heroic persona. A key feud emerged from Hogan's starring role in the 1989 film No Holds Barred, where actor Tommy "Tiny" Lister portrayed the villainous Zeus; this storyline carried into WWF with Zeus attacking Hogan on television, leading to a tag team steel cage match at SummerSlam on August 28, 1989, where Hogan teamed with Brutus Beefcake to defeat Savage and Zeus. Hogan regained the WWF Championship on March 24, 1991, by defeating Sgt. Slaughter at WrestleMania VII, holding it for another 248 days until losing to Yokozuna at King of the Ring on June 13, 1993; this run included defenses against stars like Ric Flair and Sid Justice, but was marred by external pressures including the ongoing steroid trial against WWF owner Vince McMahon. Meanwhile, Randy Savage accelerated his evolution into a premier by aligning with Sensational Sherri as his new manager shortly after , replacing and amplifying his paranoid, regal arrogance in storylines. Sherri, a former WWF Women's Champion, provided interference and vocal support, dubbing herself "Queen Sherri" to complement Savage's self-proclaimed royalty; this partnership was cemented when Savage defeated to win the King of the Ring tournament on , , followed by a lavish coronation ceremony on where placed a crown on Savage, officially dubbing him "Macho King" Randy Savage. As "Macho King," Savage pursued the WWF Championship aggressively, feuding with Duggan and , culminating in a high-stakes retirement match against the champion Warrior at on March 24, 1991, where Savage lost via pinfall after a grueling 20-minute battle despite multiple top-rope elbow drops, forcing his temporary from in-ring competition. Upon returning to the ring in 1992 after his stint as a , Savage challenged for the WWF Championship at on April 5, 1992, but lost. He then feuded with , losing to him in a singles match at 1992. Savage's role diminished in the following years, leading to his departure from WWF. Storyline interactions between Hogan and Savage remained antagonistic without any full reconciliation, exemplified by their opposition in the SummerSlam 1989 main event, which highlighted lingering tensions from the Mega Powers' dissolution while advancing separate narratives—Savage's heel alliance with Zeus against Hogan's heroic team-up with Beefcake. Hogan departed WWF in mid-1993 after his brief title win at WrestleMania IX on April 4, 1993, shifting focus to Hollywood pursuits amid the fallout from the federal steroid distribution trial that implicated company practices and eroded public trust. Savage's WWF contract expired at the end of October 1994, leading to his exit after a diminished role as a midcard competitor and announcer, marking the close of his primary tenure with the promotion. The separate paths of and Savage coincided with a transitional phase for WWF, as the company moved toward the era by elevating smaller, more athletic talents like and ; this shift was accompanied by declining television ratings, dropping from consistent 7.0-8.0 shares in syndicated programming during the late to an average of 3.0-3.5 for Monday Night Raw in 1993, exacerbated by the steroid scandal's negative publicity and the loss of marquee draws like .

Revival and Evolution in WCW

Reunion and Early Clashes (1994–1996)

Following their departures from the World Wrestling Federation, joined in June 1994, quickly becoming the promotion's top star by defeating for the at later that month. followed suit, signing with WCW and making his debut on the December 3, 1994, episode of , where he ambiguously referenced his complicated history with during an interview with Mean Gene Okerlund, hinting at potential nostalgia from their WWF days as a backdrop for fans. The duo's reunion materialized in early 1995, initially branded as the "Monster Maniacs" to sidestep potential legal issues over their WWF "Mega Powers" name. Managed by Jimmy Hart, Hogan and Savage teamed for the first time on January 25, 1995, at Clash of the Champions XXX, defeating Kevin Sullivan and The Butcher (with Sullivan's group, the Three Faces of Fear, at ringside) in a match that showcased their renewed alliance against emerging threats in WCW. This partnership extended into a short-lived collaboration against Ric Flair and other heels, including a tag team victory over Flair and Big Van Vader at Slamboree on May 21, 1995, where Hogan pinned Vader following a big boot and leg drop combination. Their teamwork highlighted contrasting styles—Hogan's power-based offense complemented by Savage's high-flying agility—but underlying egos began surfacing, with booking emphasizing Hogan's prominence. Throughout mid-1995, the alliance aided individual pursuits, such as Savage's ongoing feud with Flair, culminating in Savage's win over him in a match at on July 16, 1995, bolstered by Hogan's post-match interference to ward off additional attackers. The pair also united with as the Hulkamaniacs in the at on September 17, 1995, overcoming the (Z-Gangsta, The Shark, Meng, and Kamala) in a steel cage bout that reinforced their collective stand against WCW's monstrous faction. However, tensions escalated due to Savage's growing frustration over Hogan's dominant spotlight, echoing past WWF dynamics rooted in jealousy. By late 1995 and into 1996, signs of fracture emerged amid continued tag team appearances, such as their victory over Flair and on the January 8, 1996, episode of . Savage's resentment intensified as retained the , leading to subtle clashes; at Uncensored on March 24, 1996, they reunited uneasily in the main event Doomsday Cage match, defeating the Alliance to End Hulkamania (Flair, Anderson, , Meng, Kevin Sullivan, and Z-Gangsta) in a multi-level steel structure, but post-match arguments foreshadowed rivalry. This culminated in a non-title by mid-1996, with Savage openly challenging 's ego-driven booking and positioning himself as an underdog seeking equality, setting the stage for deeper conflicts.

Second Breakup and nWo Involvement (1996–1998)

The second breakup of the Mega Powers occurred during WCW's Bash at the Beach event on July 7, 1996, when Hulk Hogan dramatically turned heel by delivering a leg drop to Randy Savage amid a main event match pitting Savage, Sting, and Lex Luger against Scott Hall and Kevin Nash. This betrayal marked Hogan's alignment with the invading duo, officially forming the New World Order (nWo) faction and ending the duo's fragile WCW reunion that had begun in 1994. Savage, initially positioned as a conflicted opponent to the nWo, turned himself and joined the group on February 23, 1997, at , followed by a formal induction on the February 24 episode of , where he reunited on-screen with and aligned with despite underlying tensions. Their rivalry intensified shortly after, highlighted by a match at on October 27, 1996, where Hogan retained the title against Savage via pinfall after interference from nWo members. By mid-1997, Savage's insubordination—stemming from attacks on referees and nWo leadership—led to his storyline expulsion from the nWo Hollywood stable by WCW executive on July 7, 1997, during Nitro, prompting Savage to adopt a and directly challenge Hollywood in subsequent clashes. The nWo dynamics further fractured in 1998 amid internal splits, with Savage briefly aligning with the nWo faction led by before shifting back toward independent babyface runs marked by high-stakes feuds. On April 19, 1998, at Spring Stampede, Savage won the from Sting in a no-disqualification match, only to lose it the following night on Nitro to Goldberg, exemplifying the infighting that weakened the nWo's dominance. By late 1998, both and Savage navigated fluid alliances during the Monday Night Wars, culminating in Savage's storyline retirement angle after a series of losses and knee injuries that sidelined him, effectively concluding their intertwined nWo-era narratives.

Final Alliance in The Millionaire's Club (2000)

In 2000, (WCW) initiated a major storyline reboot to combat declining ratings and creative stagnation, dividing its roster into —a faction of established veterans led by figures like and —and the New Blood, a group of younger talents including Booker T and , under the direction of head booker . This feud positioned the veterans as defenders of WCW's legacy against an uprising of "new blood" seeking to overthrow the old guard, with all major championships contested between the groups starting at Spring Stampede on April 16. The final on-screen alliance of the Mega Powers formed unexpectedly on the May 3, 2000, episode of from the in , during a chaotic 41-man between the two factions. , absent from WCW television since late 1999, made a surprise return by entering the ring to support , immediately targeting New Blood members and teaming with to eliminate opponents such as , , , and Jarrett. This impromptu partnership, highlighted by a post-match between and Savage, represented their last collaboration despite lingering tensions from prior nWo rivalries in the mid-1990s. Savage's intervention served as a defensive stand against New Blood ambushes, bolstering the veterans in the brawl without leading to any formal matches or extended defenses. This brief reunion underscored the Mega Powers' enduring appeal but was Savage's sole WCW appearance that year, as he did not return for subsequent events like . The alliance dissolved organically amid WCW's mounting financial troubles and internal chaos, with no on-screen breakup or further Mega Powers activity. The promotion's storyline faltered as ratings continued to plummet, culminating in WCW's sale to the World Wrestling Federation on March 23, 2001, which absorbed its assets and effectively ended narrative.

Legacy and Cultural Impact

Championships and Achievements

The Mega Powers, consisting of and , did not capture any championships during their tenure in the World Wrestling Federation (WWF) or (WCW), but their partnership was instrumental in securing the WWF Championship for Savage at in 1988. In a 14-man for the vacant title, Hogan served as the special guest referee in the final match, where Savage defeated to win the championship after overcoming earlier rounds against opponents including Danny Davis, , and . This victory solidified the duo's alliance and elevated their status as the promotion's premier team. As a tag team unit, the Mega Powers achieved notable victories in high-profile matches, including defeating the Mega Bucks (André the Giant and Ted DiBiase) in the main event of SummerSlam 1988, overcoming biased officiating from special guest referee Jesse Ventura to triumph in their official debut as partners. They also bested the Twin Towers (Akeem and Big Boss Man) in a televised tag team bout on February 3, 1989, showcasing their dominance before their dissolution. In WCW, the duo pursued tag team success through alliances in 1995, teaming against prominent factions such as the Dungeon of Doom in War Games at Fall Brawl and facing Ric Flair and Vader in a non-title match at Slamboree, though these efforts did not result in championship gold. The partnership's impact is reflected in posthumous accolades recognizing their influence as a . WWE ranked the Mega Powers No. 30 in its list of the 50 greatest tag teams in company history, highlighting their popularity and role in major events despite the absence of tag title reigns. Pro Wrestling Illustrated placed them at No. 57 in its 2003 ranking of the top 100 tag teams of the PWI Years, acknowledging their contributions to professional wrestling's tag division. During their WWF run, Savage held the WWF Championship while Hogan, as a former champion, supported the defense of that title, exemplifying their simultaneous prominence as top singles competitors.

Parodies and Tributes in Later Promotions

In (TNA), now known as Impact Wrestling, the 2010 arrival of provided an opportunity to parody the original Mega Powers dynamic through Jay Lethal's ongoing "Black Machismo" , where he impersonated complete with signature mannerisms, voice, and attire. Lethal's character interacted directly with , attempting to "reunite" the Mega Powers in comedic segments that highlighted their 1980s partnership, often involving TNA authority figure and a Miss Elizabeth-inspired in SoCal Val. This storyline intertwined with 's broader narrative, where he initially mentored the monstrous Abyss amid tensions with Sting, creating a satirical that echoed the original tag team's explosive history while poking fun at wrestling's larger-than-life tropes. WWE revisited the Mega Powers concept in 2015 with a short-lived parody team featuring rebranded as "AxelMania," mimicking Hulk Hogan's iconic look and promos with a yellow bandana and Hulk-up gestures, and Damien Sandow as "Macho Mandow," adopting Randy Savage's flamboyant robes, shades, and "Oh yeah!" catchphrase. The duo, billed as "The Meta Powers" in some backstage skits before shifting to a direct Mega Powers homage, competed in NXT and main roster matches, including a Kickoff bout at against The Ascension, where they delivered over-the-top impressions of the originals' rivalry dynamics. Their run culminated in humorous confrontations reminiscent of , but was abruptly ended due to external controversies surrounding . Beyond on-screen recreations, the Mega Powers have received tributes in WWE video games, notably through the WWE 2K series, where Hulk Hogan and Randy Savage appear with authentic 1980s attires like Savage's neon-splashed gear and Hogan's red-and-yellow trunks, enabling players to recreate their tag team matches and the infamous WrestleMania V breakup in showcase modes. The 2011 documentary The True Story of WrestleMania further nods to their influence by contextualizing the tag team's role in elevating WrestleMania IV and V as pivotal events in the pay-per-view's evolution, drawing on interviews with era-defining figures to underscore the storyline's booking impact. Following Hulk Hogan's death in July 2025, aired a tribute video on the July 28, 2025, episode of Raw, highlighting key moments from his career including the Mega Powers partnership, underscoring its lasting significance in wrestling history. Additionally, in September 2025, Real American Beer launched a limited-edition product in collaboration with to honor Hogan's legacy, featuring references to iconic teams like the Mega Powers. These parodies and references illustrate the Mega Powers' lasting imprint on wrestling pop culture, transforming a short-lived alliance into a blueprint for charismatic drama that continues to inspire satirical homages and nostalgic callbacks across promotions.

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