Paul Orndorff

This encapsulated ticket stub, signed in silver by Hulk Hogan and authenticated by PSA/DNA with a Mint 9 grade, originates from Wrestlemania I—held March 31, 1985, at Madison Square Garden—where Hogan and Mr. T triumphed over Roddy Piper and Paul Orndorff in a landmark main event. As cataloged by Goldin, this artifact not only marks the genesis of the WWF’s mainstream ascendancy but also achieved a realized price of $18,000.00 on 03/14/2022, underscoring its elite status among wrestling collectibles.

The 1985 Hulk Hogan signed ticket stub from the inaugural Wrestlemania, authenticated and encapsulated by PSA/DNA, represents a pivotal artifact from the event that ignited the wrestling boom at Madison Square Garden, featuring the legendary main event of Hulk Hogan and Mr. T versus Roddy Piper and Paul Orndorff. This yellow ticket, bearing Hogan’s bold signature in black marker, directly connects to the night that established WWF’s cultural dominance. As cataloged by Goldin, this exact collectible realized a market price of $10,800.00 on 03/13/2022, underscoring its significance and desirability among elite wrestling memorabilia.

The 1985 WrestleMania I Ticket Stub, PSA NM-MT 8—Population One, None Superior!—represents the singular surviving example at this grade, as cataloged by Heritage, from the inaugural event that revolutionized sports entertainment. This artifact directly links to the historic Madison Square Garden spectacle headlined by Hulk Hogan and Mr. T versus Roddy Piper and Paul Orndorff, a match pivotal in propelling wrestling into mainstream culture. On May 17, 2026, this stub realized $10,675.00 after 11 bids and 969 page views, underscoring its elite status and market demand among discerning collector-investors.

The March 31, 1985, Wrestlemania I ticket stub—graded GD 2 by PSA (#92311163)—captures the genesis of sports entertainment’s modern era, as Hulk Hogan and Mr. T triumphed over Paul Orndorff and Roddy Piper in Madison Square Garden’s electrifying main event. According to Goldin, only four stubs in PSA’s census surpass this grade, underscoring its scarcity and desirability among elite collectors. This artifact, which realized $9,150.00 at auction on 12/07/2024, embodies the pivotal night when Vince McMahon’s vision, celebrity crossovers, and the rise of Hulkamania converged to ignite a global wrestling phenomenon.

This PSA EX 5 ticket stub from WrestleMania I, held March 31, 1985, at Madison Square Garden, commemorates the pivotal main event where Hulk Hogan and Mr. T triumphed over Roddy Piper and Paul Orndorff, igniting the WWF’s ascent in sports entertainment. As cataloged by Goldin, this is the sole example at its grade in PSA’s census, with only one higher, underscoring its scarcity. The $7,442.00 realized on 05/09/2026 further affirms its desirability among elite collectors, reflecting both its historical and market significance.

The March 31, 1985, Wrestlemania I ticket stub, graded GD 2 by PSA (#92311162), stands as a rare artifact from the genesis of sports entertainment’s modern era, with only four higher-graded examples documented in PSA’s census, as cataloged by Goldin. This stub granted entry to Madison Square Garden’s historic spectacle, headlined by Hulk Hogan and Mr. T versus Roddy Piper and Paul Orndorff, a bout that ignited the wrestling boom and elevated the WWF’s cultural stature. According to Goldin’s evaluation, this specific stub realized $7,381.00 at auction on 11/02/2024, underscoring its desirability among elite collectors.

The March 31, 1985 Wrestlemania I ticket stub, signed in bold blue by Hulk Hogan and authenticated with a PSA/DNA GEM MT 10 autograph (cert. 86099134), stands as the highest-graded example in PSA’s census, graded VG-EX 4, according to Goldin. This artifact, directly tied to the inaugural Wrestlemania at Madison Square Garden, encapsulates the pivotal main event featuring Hogan, Mr. T, Roddy Piper, Paul Orndorff, Jimmy Snuka, and Bob Orton, marking the genesis of wrestling’s mainstream explosion. Goldin’s auction on 03/30/2024 realized $7,320.00 for this singular piece, underscoring its unmatched rarity and historical significance within the collector-investor market.

This March 31, 1985 Madison Square Garden ticket stub, graded GD 2 by PSA (92311164), stands as a tangible artifact from the inaugural Wrestlemania, where Hulk Hogan and Mr. T triumphed over Paul Orndorff and Roddy Piper in a landmark main event. According to Goldin’s evaluation, only four stubs in PSA’s census surpass this grade, underscoring its scarcity and desirability among elite collectors. The event, orchestrated by Vince McMahon to rival Starrcade, marked a seismic shift in sports entertainment, blending celebrity spectacle with athletic drama. On 12/28/2024, this stub realized $7,320.00 at auction, affirming its enduring market significance and historical gravitas.

The Hulk Hogan ULTRA RARE Signed Original Wrestlemania I Ticket Stub, encapsulated and authenticated by PSA/DNA, stands as a singular artifact from the inaugural Wrestlemania held March 31, 1985, at Madison Square Garden—a pivotal event where Hall of Famers Hulk Hogan and Mr. T triumphed over Rowdy Roddy Piper and Paul Orndorff in a landmark tag team bout. This ticket, bearing Hogan’s signature, directly connects collectors to the genesis of sports entertainment’s global boom. As cataloged by Iconic, its $7,018.80 result on 10/12/2025 underscores both its historical gravitas and enduring investment appeal.

The WWE Hall of Fame Hulk Hogan signed 1985 WrestleMania I ticket stub, authenticated by PSA, encapsulates a pivotal moment in wrestling history, featuring the legendary main event with Hulk Hogan, Mr. T, Roddy Piper, and Paul Orndorff. This artifact, as cataloged by eBay, achieved a realized price of $6,636.00 on 06/15/2025, underscoring its significant market demand. The ticket’s provenance is further elevated by its direct association with the inaugural WrestleMania, a watershed event that redefined sports entertainment’s cultural landscape.

This original 1985 Wrestlemania I full ticket, encapsulated PSA Good 2, commemorates the landmark main event where Hulk Hogan and Mr. T triumphed over Rowdy Roddy Piper and Paul Orndorff before 19,121 fans at Madison Square Garden, with over one million viewers on closed-circuit TV—a record at the time. As cataloged by Heritage, this ticket is a Pop 1 with only one graded higher, underscoring its extreme scarcity. The $6,405.00 sale on 03/01/2026 further cements its status as a premier investment-grade wrestling collectible.

The WWF Wrestling Superstars "Mr. Wonderful" Paul Orndorff Poster Original Artwork (LJN, 1985) stands as a direct production artifact from the formative era of wrestling collectibles, capturing Orndorff’s sculpted physique and signature bravado in a meticulously rendered, character-focused composition. Created by an LJN staff artist using official promotional photography and subject to Vince McMahon’s approval, this piece exemplifies the translation of marquee WWF talent into iconic merchandising during the Rock 'n' Wrestling boom. Measuring approximately 17 by 14 inches and mounted on heavy board, the artwork preserves anatomical precision and tonal depth beyond the mass-produced retail poster, which is included for comparison. According to Heritage’s evaluation, this original artwork, paired with its retail counterpart, realized $6,250.00 at auction on 04/19/2026, underscoring its significance and desirability among high-end wrestling memorabilia collectors.

The 1985 Hulk Hogan Signed Wrestlemania I Ticket Stub, PSA PR 1 Auto 10 - Pop 2 with 12 Higher, stands as a pivotal artifact from the inaugural Wrestlemania, where Hulk Hogan, Mr. T, Paul Orndorff, and Roddy Piper headlined before 19,121 at Madison Square Garden and over a million Pay-Per-View viewers, marking a watershed in sports entertainment history. As cataloged by Heritage, this creased, vividly colored stub—authenticated and encapsulated by PSA—achieved a $5,124.00 sale on 10/26/2025, underscoring its elite status among only two similarly graded examples, with twelve rated higher.

The WrestleMania 1 ticket stub from Madison Square Garden, featuring Hulk Hogan, Mr. T, Roddy Piper, and Paul Orndorff, stands as a tangible artifact from the genesis of sports entertainment’s most iconic event. This stub, directly linked to the legendary main event that redefined wrestling’s mainstream appeal, achieved a realized price of $3,800.00 on December 17, 2023, underscoring its desirability among elite collectors. According to the eBay listing, its condition and provenance contribute to its status as a premier investment-grade collectible, reflecting both historical and monetary significance.

The 1985 Wrestlemania I Ticket Stub, PSA Good 2 - Pop 6 with only five graded higher, represents a pivotal artifact from the inaugural event that drew over one million Pay-Per-View viewers and filled Madison Square Garden with 19,121 fans. Featuring the white variation, this stub is directly linked to the historic main event starring Hulk Hogan, Mr. T, Roddy Piper, and Paul Orndorff, icons who defined the spectacle’s legacy. As cataloged by Heritage, the ticket’s Good 2 grade reflects visible creasing and yellowing, yet its encapsulation by PSA underscores its authenticity and desirability. On 05/17/2026, this rare collectible realized a market price of $2,928.00, affirming its significance among elite wrestling memorabilia.

This March 31, 1985 Wrestlemania I full "Proof—Not Valid For Admission" ticket, graded EX-MT 6 by PSA (cert. 24895503), stands as one of only five known in this configuration per PSA census, underscoring its extreme scarcity. The ticket commemorates the historic main event at Madison Square Garden, where Hulk Hogan and Mr. T triumphed over Roddy Piper and Paul Orndorff, a pivotal moment that catalyzed Wrestlemania’s ascent as the WWF/WWE’s flagship spectacle. According to Goldin, this example realized $2,562.00 on 02/12/2026, affirming robust market demand for high-grade, early wrestling ephemera.

The 1985 WrestleMania I Full Proof Ticket, PSA-graded NM 7 with none higher and only three at this level, stands as a premier artifact from the inaugural WWF spectacle at Madison Square Garden, featuring icons Hulk Hogan, Mr. T, Roddy Piper, and Paul Orndorff. As cataloged by Lelands, this ticket is one of just five in the PSA Population Report, underscoring its extreme scarcity and desirability among elite collectors. WrestleMania I’s fusion of sports and celebrity, witnessed by 19,121 attendees and over a million pay-per-view viewers, cemented its legacy as a cultural milestone. On 06/29/2024, this ticket realized $1,559.00 at auction, affirming its significant market value and enduring historical importance.

The WWF Mr. Wonderful AFA 75 (Q-EX+/NM) Series 2 / 22 Back C80/B70/F85 PSA/DNA Signature (LJN, 1986) figure, depicting Paul Parlette Orndorff Jr., encapsulates a pivotal era in wrestling history, reflecting Orndorff’s celebrated persona and his 2005 WWE Hall of Fame induction. As cataloged by Heritage, this collectible’s AFA Q-EX+/NM 75 Qualified grade and PSA/DNA authentication underscore its exceptional preservation and authenticity. On 10/29/2022, this figure realized $875.00 at auction, affirming its desirability among discerning collector-investors.

The 1985 WrestleMania I Full Proof Ticket, PSA NM 7—Pop 3 with None Higher—represents a pivotal artifact from the inaugural event that redefined sports entertainment, featuring icons Hulk Hogan, Mr. T, Roddy Piper, and Paul Orndorff before a record-setting audience of over one million Pay-Per-View viewers and 19,121 attendees at Madison Square Garden. As cataloged by Heritage, this unissued proof, exhibiting only minor corner wear, stands among just three graded at this level, with none superior, underscoring its extreme scarcity and desirability. According to Heritage’s evaluation, its encapsulation by PSA and the realized price of $671.00 on 05/17/2026 further authenticate its significance and market demand for discerning collector-investors.

This original 23x29" Wrestlemania I poster, spotlighting the iconic March 31, 1985 Madison Square Garden tag-team clash—Hulk Hogan and Mr. T versus "Rowdy" Roddy Piper and "Mr. Wonderful" Paul Orndorff—captures a pivotal moment as WWF fused celebrity and athletic spectacle under Vince McMahon’s vision. The event’s enduring legacy, now commemorated through 41 annual editions, underscores the poster’s historical gravitas. According to Lelands, despite minor tears, creases, and foxing, the piece remains complete and commanded $583.00 at auction on 08/16/2025, affirming its collector significance.