Tag: Jesse “The Body” Ventura

WWE Hall Of Famer Jesse Ventura To Make Return At Saturday Night’s Main Event

The WWE is bringing back a nostalgic favorite this month, as Saturday Night’s Main Event makes its grand return live on NBC on Saturday, December 14. Adding to the excitement, legendary figure Jesse “The Body” Ventura will step into the commentary booth for this special event, making his presence felt once again in the world of professional wrestling.

This marks Ventura’s first appearance with WWE since August, when he made a surprise appearance on Monday Night Raw. His return comes as part of a broader reconciliation with the company, spurred by the recent leadership shakeup following Vince McMahon’s exit. It’s been reported that Ventura signed a Legends deal with WWE earlier this year, paving the way for potential future appearances beyond this event.

A Complicated History with WWE

Ventura’s relationship with WWE is storied and, at times, contentious. During his career, he excelled as both a wrestler and a charismatic commentator, often working alongside McMahon at the announce desk. However, his efforts to unionize wrestlers in the 1980s and subsequent legal disputes with WWE led to his departure in 1990. Despite their rocky history, Ventura made sporadic appearances in later years and was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame in 2004.

His return to Saturday Night’s Main Event will undoubtedly bring a dose of nostalgia for fans who remember his iconic commentary style and quick wit. As of now, it’s unclear whether Ventura will call the entire show or lend his voice to select matches, but his involvement is sure to be a highlight.

Star-Studded Card for a Classic Revival

The event already boasts an exciting lineup of matches, promising a memorable night for wrestling fans:

  • Cody Rhodes vs. Kevin Owens for the Undisputed WWE Championship: A clash of top-tier talent with the highest stakes.
  • GUNTHER vs. Finn Balor for the World Heavyweight Championship: A hard-hitting battle showcasing two of WWE’s finest.
  • IYO SKY vs. Liv Morgan for the Women’s World Championship: Can SKY dethrone Morgan and take the gold?
  • WWE Women’s United States Championship Tournament Finals: The crowning of a new champion in a division buzzing with energy.

A Blast from the Past Meets the Future

The return of Saturday Night’s Main Event is more than just a callback to WWE’s golden era—it’s a chance to blend classic wrestling nostalgia with the modern era’s dynamic in-ring action. With Ventura on commentary and an exciting card in place, December 14 is shaping up to be a must-watch night for fans both old and new.

Will Saturday Night’s Main Event live up to its legendary status? All eyes will be on WWE to deliver the magic once again.

Report: Jesse Ventura Returning To Legendary Commentary Role For WWE Saturday Night’s Main Event On NBC

Another potential update has surfaced regarding WWE’s plans for an upcoming special on NBC this December.

As noted, WWE has filed to trademark Saturday Night’s Main Event to bring back the iconic show from the company’s past live specials on NBC.

The original WWE Saturday Night’s Main Event specials aired on NBC from 1985 to 1991, replacing Saturday Night Live. In 1992, WWE presented the special on FOX before it was discontinued.

In another update, on the latest Straight Talk with The Boss w/ Magnum TA and Greg Gagne podcast, Gagne noted that the reason WWE recently signed Jesse Ventura to a contract is to have him return to his old-school role as color-commentator for the WWE Saturday Night’s Main Event on NBC special.

“I mean, with what they’re paying those guys to come in, I think Jesse’s going to do the — they’re doing some NBC Saturday night shows, about four of them, they’re gonna use Jesse for that,” Gagne said.

This resurgence of Saturday Night’s Main Event is part of WWE’s broader media plan, and as part of it, they have inked a new agreement with NBCUniversal to bring Friday Night SmackDown back to the USA Network. The deal includes four prime-time specials on NBC each year, making the return of Saturday Night’s Main Event a fitting inclusion.

Sources: eWn and Wrestling Headlines

Jesse ‘The Body’ Ventura Shares Current Status With WWE

WWE Hall of Famer Jesse ‘The Body’ Ventura has shared his current status after appearing for the promotion on WWE RAW earlier this year.

Venture was at the July 29, episode of RAW that took place in Minnesota and met with Triple H and CM Punk at the taping.

On a recent edition of the “Insight” podcast, Ventura shared that he is prepped to sign a new contract with the company. He said,

“My relationship with them now has much improved. We are on the verge right now. I can say this, contracts have been written, contracts have been agreed upon. And all it requires is two signatures, one from them, and one from me. And I will be back with the legends [deal].”

When asked if there’s a timeframe for when this contract will be finalized he said that it will be “fairly quickly because time is money.”

In addition to wrestling, Ventura was a of the United States Navy Underwater Demolition Team during the Vietnam War and has also worked as an actor.

From 1999 to 2003, Ventura served as the governor of Minnesota as a member of the Reform Party. He is the party’s only member to win a major government office.