Former wrestler turned actor, Dave Bautista, recently made an appearance on the talk show Jimmy Kimmel Live, and he had a lot to share. The Guardians of the Galaxy star revealed that he has shed a significant amount of weight since his peak several years ago. Bautista, who put on weight for a film called “Knock at the Cabin,” went from 315 pounds to 240 pounds and he’s feeling great about it.
But it’s not just weight loss that has Bautista feeling confident. The actor made quite the fashion statement at the Toronto Film Festival, where he was seen wearing pearls. Bautista explained that he has always wanted to wear them and thought they would add a cool and edgy touch to his suit. And he’s not the only one embracing pearls – men wearing pearls has become a trend. Bautista proudly donned his expensive pearls and assured viewers that he bought them and doesn’t have to give them back.
One of the most intriguing aspects of Bautista’s career is his involvement in highly successful ensemble casts. From the Guardians of the Galaxy franchise to the recently released Dune, Bautista finds himself surrounded by talented and famous co-stars. He even had an intimate screening of his film Glass Onion for the cast and crew of Dune, where he received glowing praise from none other than Javier Bardem. The experience left Bautista feeling validated and inspired.
Before his acting career took off, Bautista worked as a security guard and bouncer in Washington, D.C. He shared some interesting anecdotes from his security days, including working with the likes of Billy Idol and Marky Mark. He even reminisced about looking out for Jamie Foxx during a performance in D.C. Bautista took the opportunity to remind Foxx of their encounter, though Foxx didn’t remember him specifically.
Bautista’s physical transformation also includes his hair. In his wrestling days, he sported long locks, but he eventually decided to shave his head due to its thickness and the heat it caused. It’s been about 15 years since Bautista had a full head of hair, so when a photo of his younger self with long hair appeared on the show, it was a delightful surprise for him.
No stranger to action scenes, Bautista’s wrestling and martial arts background have made him comfortable with fight scenes on screen. Interestingly, his intimidating physical presence has occasionally attracted people looking for a fight in real life. Bautista shared an incident where a much smaller individual picked a fight with him and even hit him with a wet floor sign. While Bautista defended himself, the police initially charged him before dropping the charges later.
All in all, Dave Bautista‘s appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live was full of fascinating stories and revelations. From his weight loss journey to his unique fashion choices, Bautista continues to make waves in both the entertainment industry and real-life encounters. With his latest film, The Killers Game, hitting theaters soon, fans can expect to see more of this talented and versatile actor.
