When Shawn Michaels said he had enemies, this wasn’t just an on-screen gimmick. The “Heartbreak Kid” had more than a few real-life adversaries behind the curtain—ten men who saw the darker side of his legendary career. These weren’t just storyline rivalries; these were personal wars that left scars, ended pushes and nearly destroyed parts of the locker room.

Shawn Michaels isn’t just remembered for his epic matches and charisma—he’s also remembered for the real wars backstage. For those ten (and many more) who clashed with him, it wasn’t part of the show—it was personal. The “Heartbreak Kid” may have been beloved by fans, but within the locker room, the sentiment was a lot more complicated.