From bodyslams to ballot boxes — the most chaotic career in American history.
Colorful and influential Superstar. Groundbreaking television commentator. Navy SEAL and Vietnam veteran. Governor of Minnesota. Jesse Ventura has been all these things during his amazing career. His election in 1998 was the political news story of the year, and from 1999 to 2002, he was one of the most-talked-about public figures in America. Prior to that, of course, "The Body" made his name punishing opponents on the mat and trash-talking on the mic.
Acting
Ventura's charisma carries every frame — love him or hate him.
Production
Classic WWE archival footage hits different.
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Ventura's 1998 victory as Reform Party candidate made him the first wrestler elected to major US office, predating Trump's political career by nearly two decades.
Ventura's famous 'The Body' nickname came from his bodybuilding past, not wrestling — he was a Navy SEAL before either career took off.
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