In 1995, NFL Hall of Famer Lawrence Taylor made a historic appearance at WrestleMania 11 during a difficult period for the WWE. The company was facing the aftermath of the steroid trial and accusations against Vince McMahon, making Taylor’s main-event match against Bam Bam Bigelow a significant event. Despite being held in a small city, the event had a star-studded lineup including Pamela Anderson, Jenny McCarthy, and more. Taylor’s association with the event may have contributed to drawing big names for appearances. The mainstream sports media coverage at WrestleMania 11 provided much-needed exposure for WWE at a time when the company was struggling. The event garnered a 1.30 PPV buy rate, which was a significant number considering the circumstances. In hindsight, some believe that Shawn Michaels and Diesel should have been the main event, but Taylor’s match with Bigelow was a spectacle that is still remembered today. The WWE wouldn’t reach a PPV number as high as WrestleMania 11 until WrestleMania 14 three years later. Taylor’s appearance at WrestleMania 11 remains a highlight in WWE history during a challenging time for the company.
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