Dude Love is a professional wrestling character portrayed by Mick Foley in the World Wrestling Federation (WWF). He debuted in 1997 as an alter ego of Foley's existing character, Mankind.
Dude Love is known for his laid-back, hippie-like persona.
He wrestled in the WWF from 1997 to 1999.
When he first appeared, dude Love was a heel (villain) but later became a face (hero).
He was a one-time WWF Intercontinental Champion and a two-time WWF Tag Team Champion.
Dude Love was part of the stable "The Corporation" during his time in the WWF.
His signature move was the "Sweet Shin Music" (a running high knee strike).
His entrance theme was "Dude Love" by Jim Johnston.
Dude Love was a regular member of the WWF's comedy stable "The JOB Squad," along with Al Snow, Bob Holly, and Scorpio.
He was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame in 2013
Dude Love's character is considered one of the most popular and memorable personas of Mick Foley's career.