Who Was the Original Kane WWE?By Coder| September 29, 2023 Wrestling Blogs Who Was the Original Kane WWE? In the world of professional wrestling, few characters have been as iconic and mysterious as Kane. With his towering presence, masked face, and fiery persona, he captivated audiences for decades. But who was the original Kane in WWE? The Debut of Kane In 1997, a new character emerged in the WWE (then known as WWF) named Kane. He made his debut during the first-ever Hell in a Cell match between The Undertaker and Shawn Michaels at Badd Blood: In Your House. With his shocking appearance, Kane cost The Undertaker the match and started a long-standing feud between the two brothers. Kane’s Real Identity Contrary to popular belief, the original Kane was not portrayed by Glenn Jacobs, who later became famous for portraying the character. Instead, it was another wrestler named Isaac Yankem DDS who played the role of Kane during his early days. Who is Isaac Yankem DDS? Isaac Yankem DDS was a character portrayed by Glenn Jacobs before he became known as Kane. As a demented dentist hired by Jerry “The King” Lawler to take out The Undertaker, Yankem had a brief run in WWE before transforming into The Big Red Machine we know today. The Unmasking of Kane After several years of dominance and memorable moments as Kane, including multiple championship reigns and unforgettable matches, the time finally came for him to be unmasked. In 2003, at Madison Square Garden during an episode of RAW, Triple H defeated Kane in a match where if Triple H lost, he would have to remove Kane’s mask. Kane’s New Persona After being unmasked, Kane returned with a new persona, focusing more on his in-ring abilities and less on the supernatural elements of his character. He remained a force to be reckoned with and continued to have an illustrious career in WWE. The Legacy of Kane Throughout his career, both as the masked and unmasked versions, Kane left an indelible mark on the WWE universe. He became known for his incredible strength, agility, and versatility in the ring. His storylines and feuds with legendary wrestlers like The Undertaker, Stone Cold Steve Austin, and John Cena are still remembered by fans today. Kane Today After over two decades in the wrestling industry, Kane has transitioned into a part-time performer and also ventured into politics. Since 2018, Glenn Jacobs has been serving as the Mayor of Knox County, Tennessee while occasionally making appearances for special events in WWE. In conclusion, while Glenn Jacobs is best known as Kane today, it was Isaac Yankem DDS who originally portrayed the character during its inception. Kane’s journey from a masked monster to an unmasked powerhouse has solidified his place as one of the most iconic figures in professional wrestling history.
