The WWE Hall of Fame honors a diverse range of figures, from legendary wrestlers like Macho Man Randy Savage to notable personalities like Paul Heyman.
One of the interesting aspects is the celebrity wing.
Throughout WWE’s history, celebrities have played significant roles, with icons such as Andy Kaufman and Muhammad Ali making direct contributions to wrestling storylines and matches.
On the flip side, some, like Drew Carey and Kid Rock, have sparked debate over their inclusion since they didn’t engage in actual matches or storylines.
A particularly controversial inductee is former President Donald Trump. His inclusion has even prompted discussions among other Hall of Famers, including Jesse Ventura, who has considered leaving the Hall.
In a recent interview with Chris Van Vliet, Jesse Ventura, a WWE Hall of Famer and former Minnesota Governor, expressed his strong feelings about Trump.
“If I had ballot access in all 50 states and could participate in the debates, I’d be the next President of the United States,” Ventura stated, clearly referring to the current political climate.
“I object to one of the candidates—him. I can say ‘him’ because he’s in the wrestling Hall of Fame, and I’ve thought about resigning from it multiple times because of that.”
While Ventura recalls a friendly moment with Trump at a past WWE event, his view has changed. “He’s not the same person anymore,” Ventura remarked. “You realize more about people over time.”
Jesse “The Body” Ventura started his wrestling journey in 1975 after leaving the military, primarily portraying a heel character and holding titles in various promotions. He eventually joined WWF (now WWE) as a wrestler and commentator, earning a Hall of Fame induction in 2004.
In addition to his wrestling career, Ventura served as Minnesota’s governor from 1999 to 2003, aligning with the Reform/Independence party. Lately, he’s shown support for Kamala Harris and current Minnesota governor Tim Walz.
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