The Undertaker first stood out through presentation alone. The slow walk, the hat and coat, the gloved hands and the blank stare all made him feel different to the colourful early 90s roster. Early feuds against giants and monsters built his aura as someone who could take punishment and simply keep coming forward.

Winning the world title cemented him as more than an attraction. As he moved into high profile rivalries with brawlers, technicians and franchise stars, fans saw that he could adjust his style while still feeling like a looming horror presence. Each casket match, body bag angle and dramatic post match moment added to the legend, and by the mid 90s The Undertaker was one of the few characters who felt larger than the promotions he worked for.

The Undertaker's most iconic look layers simplicity over a striking silhouette. A wide brimmed hat, long black coat, gloves and dark singlet or top create a sharp outline under arena lights. Add pale or darkened eye makeup and long hair and you have a character who looks imposing even before he moves.

Across different eras, details changed - purple gloves, leather trench coats, logo detailing, MMA inspired gloves, biker jeans, bandanas and vests - but the core idea stayed the same. He is tall, broad shouldered and dressed like someone who works in the shadows. For cosplay, the flowing coat, hat, gloves and subtle chest and arm gear are key pieces that sell the deadman image from a distance.

Even without full supernatural styling, modern takes often mix heavy black gear with hints of silver, deep purple or dark red, giving costumers room to adapt the look to their own taste while still clearly nodding to the character.

Despite playing a character built on fear and distance, The Undertaker developed a strong emotional connection with audiences. Kids feared the entrance but trusted him to do the right thing. Older fans learned to watch the small details, from the eye roll to the slow head turn, to read how serious a situation had become.

As the character evolved, cheers shifted from shock to respect. The gong became a shorthand for high stakes, big match energy. In later years, long entrances and extended post match farewells became part of the ritual, with fans standing, clapping and chanting out of appreciation for the years of work that had gone into protecting this aura.

Key moments that track The Undertaker's journey from mysterious newcomer to respected veteran and symbol of WrestleMania.

Away from live shows, The Undertaker was known more for protecting mystique than chasing mainstream crossover roles. For many years he avoided out of character interviews, making the rare appearances feel special.

Later in his career and especially after retirement, he opened up more in documentaries, long form interviews and convention appearances. Hearing him speak plainly about injuries, loyalty, mistakes and the changing business gave fans a new perspective on the person behind the aura and underlined how much thought had gone into keeping the character strong.

The Undertaker's legacy touches almost every part of modern wrestling. In ring, he showed how a big man could move, adapt and keep learning deep into a career, moving from slow horror movie monster to a dependable big match anchor. His WrestleMania streak became a narrative device that gave opponents instant credibility simply by sharing the ring with him.

Backstage, stories about his leadership, calm authority and expectations helped shape how later generations viewed professionalism. Creatively, he proved that theatrical characters can coexist with more reality based presentation if handled with care. For fans, he is a bridge between eras, a figure who stood in the ring with multiple generations of stars and remained believable throughout.

For anyone building characters, his career is a study in long term commitment, selective reinvention and the power of knowing when to say less and let the atmosphere do the work.