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Jesse Ventura (born James George Janos; July 15, 1951) is an American politician, actor, and retired professional wrestler. After achieving fame in the World Wrestling Federation, he served as the 38th governor of Minnesota from 1999 to 2003.
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Apr 30, 2024 · Jesse Ventura (born July 15, 1951, Minneapolis, Minnesota, U.S.) is a professional wrestler known as Jesse “the Body” Ventura and later entered politics, serving as governor of Minnesota (1999–2003).
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James George Janos (July 15, 1951), better known as Jesse Ventura, is an American statesman, actor, author, former professional wrestler and color commentator who served as the 38th Governor of Minnesota from 1999 to 2003.
May 23, 2024 · Known more for his ventures outside of wrestling, many fans may not know much about Jesse Ventura as it relates to the squared circle. During Ventura’s time in WWE, which is where he retired, he challenged Hulk Hogan for the WWE Championship on a few occasions.
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Feb 18, 2020 · After receiving his formal training from Eddie Sharkey, Janos developed his new wrestling persona, California surfer-guy Jesse Ventura, and made his pro debut in 1975 against veteran journeyman Omar Atlas. Ventura created his first waves within the business while competing for the NWA’s Central States territory. In terms of the NWA’s ...
May 4, 2022 · Decades have passed, but Jesse Ventura still vividly recalls the beginning of his famed tenure on the World Wrestling Federation broadcast team. Long before he was a political pundit, television...
