On Live Kelly and Mark today, Actor & Former Professional Wrestler Dave Bautista explained why he regrets his first tattoo. Later Dave talked about chemistry with co-star Chloe Coleman.
Before becoming an actor, Bautista was a professional wrestler known as “Batista” in WWE. He is a six-time world champion in wrestling. Bautista has also competed in mixed martial arts. He won his debut fight in 2012 by TKO in the first round.
Bautista gained widespread recognition for his role as Drax the Destroyer in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, starting with “Guardians of the Galaxy” in 2014. He has numerous tattoos, including a large dragon on his back and the flag of the Philippines on his arm to honor his Filipino heritage.
Besides the MCU, Bautista has appeared in several other films, such as “Spectre,” “Blade Runner 2049,” and “Dune.” Bautista is known for his love of animals and has several rescue dogs.
In 2007, he released an autobiography titled “Batista Unleashed,” where he shares insights into his life and career. Bautista is actively involved in various charitable causes, including supporting the LGBTQ+ community and advocating for animal rights.
He had a challenging upbringing, growing up in a tough neighborhood in Washington, D.C., and turning to bodybuilding to escape his difficult circumstances. Bautista didn’t start his wrestling career until he was in his 30s, which is relatively late for professional athletes. See more inside and a video clip….
