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Batista has not wrestled for WWE in more than seven years, but Dave Bautista has only become a bigger star since leaving professional wrestling behind.

Entertainment News / Athlon Sports / September 29

Dave Bautista Pens Emotional Tribute to WWE's 'Sign Guy' Rick Achberger After His Death

Dave Bautista has remembered Rick Achberger, the longtime WWE superfan better known as “Sign Guy,” following his death at 54. The former WWE star shared a personal message for Achberger, recalling the humor and memorable interactions that made him such a recognizable part of WWE crowds.

Entertainment News / Netflix Junkie / September 28

Is ‘Knock at the Cabin’ Streaming on Netflix? Where to Watch the Dave Bautista Starrer Horror Flick?

Dave Bautista leads a small, unsettling cast in Knock at the Cabin , a psychological horror thriller that turned a simple knock on the door into one of 2023's most tense premises.

Entertainment News / Nerdist / August 20

Dave Bautista to play Kratos in 'God of War' show

It’s a bummer any time an actor has to leave a project for reasons out of their control. It always presents a “what might have been” scenario. Ryan Hurst really would have made a great Kratos in the Prime Video God of War series.

Lifestyle News / BodyBuildingBros / July 8

When Joe Rogan reacted to Dave Bautista getting criticized for weight loss transformation

In Hollywood, weight-loss transformations have gained a lot of traction, though some also attract criticism. The 2023 transformation of veteran wrestler and American actor Dave Bautista is one of them.

Overdid It ‘- 57-Year-Old Dave Bautista Shares Insights From His Transformation Journey

Dave Bautista has shed the beast inside him. WWE superstar turned Hollywood actor Dave Bautista is opening up about his drastic weight transformation. At 57, Bautista underwent a dramatic weight loss journey that he says was never about chasing aesthetics; his priority was health, comfort, and evolving as an actor.

Entertainment News / WWE on ClutchPoints / March 20

Dave Bautista looks unrecognizable in new Highlander set photos

Former WWE World Champion Batista, now known as Dave Bautista, has undergone a major transformation for his upcoming role in the Highlander reboot. Popularly known for his roles in the Marvel Cinematic Universe and Dune, Bautista has this time embraced a new challenge.

Entertainment News / Men's Journal / January 31

Jason Momoa and Dave Bautista Revive Action-Comedies With 'The Wrecking Crew'

Just when you thought made-for-streaming action-comedies had run their course, The Wrecking Crew (Prime Video) dispels much of the stale taste left by sub-par genre contributions over the last decade or so.

Entertainment News / BANG Showbiz / January 28

Dave Bautista is like family to me, says Jason Momoa

Jason Momoa has likened Dave Bautista to "an older brother". The 46-year-old actor stars alongside Bautista, 57, in The Wrecking Crew, their new buddy cop action comedy film, and Jason admits that his co-star feels like "family".

Entertainment News / BANG Showbiz / January 24

Jason Momoa hails 'regal' co-star Dave Bautista

Jason Momoa thinks Dave Bautista is "graceful" and "regal". The 46-year-old actor stars alongside Dave, 57, in his new buddy cop action-comedy The Wrecking Crew, and Jason has heaped praise on his co-star, who has made a successful transition from wrestling to acting.

Entertainment News / Nerdist / January 8

Jason Momoa and Dave Bautista seek vengeance in funny first 'The Wrecking Crew' trailer

It’s hard to figure out how some movies ever got made. They’re so absurd, silly, or unappealing it seems impossible anyone could have ever conceived of them, let alone provided a budget to make it.

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Entertainment News / Men's Journal / December 18

Amazon unveils first look at Jason Momoa and Dave Bautista as brothers in 'The Wrecking Crew'

Amazon has released the first look at its upcoming buddy-cop action-comedy The Wrecking Crew, starring Jason Momoa and Dave Bautista as half-brothers. Amazon released the images on Wednesday, Dec.

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Amazon Glitch Swaps 'Diary of a Wimpy Kid' for Very R-Rated Jake Gyllenhaal Movie

Entertainment News / BANG Showbiz / November 14

‘He’s a beast’: Dave Bautista heaps praise on Highlander co-star Henry Cavill

Dave Bautista has said Henry Cavill has been “a beast” while making Highlander. The 42-year-old actor is starring in director Chad Stahelski’s upcoming

Entertainment News / Nerdist / November 10

James Gunn Says Chris Pratt Bombed His First MCU Screen Test

It’s hard to imagine anyone but the actors James Gunn cast as the Guardians of the Galaxy. But it wasn’t always a sure thing that certain actors would get these iconic Marvel roles.

Entertainment News / BANG Showbiz / November 7

Henry Cavill’s Highlander reboot will be a ‘game changer’ Dave Bautista says

Dave Bautista has teased the Highlander reboot will be a “game changer”. The upcoming reimagining of the 1986 fantasy movie is helmed by John Wick creator

Entertainment News / Nerdist / September 11, 2025

James Gunn Originally Wanted Dave Bautista to Play PEACEMAKER

John Cena has proven to be such a perfect Peacemaker it’s hard to imagine anyone else in the role. But it turns out James Gunn originally did exactly that.

Entertainment News / Men's Journal / July 11, 2025

'Road House 2' Hit With Major Setback as Guy Ritchie Exits as Director

The Road House remake in 2024 starring Jake Gyllenhaal and Conor McGregor was initially met with resistance in a number of ways. The backlash from fans

Entertainment News / Nerdist / June 18, 2025

Dave Bautista Launches CAT ASSASSIN Franchise, And It’s Just What the Title Suggests

Dave Bautista knows a thing or two about anthropomorphic animals with weapons, having worked alongside Rocket Raccoon in the Guardians of the Galaxy franchise.

Entertainment News / The Takedown on SI / May 18, 2025

Comparing The Grind: Dave Bautista Reveals Whether He Thinks Wrestling Or Acting Is Harder

Dave Bautista is really enjoying his life post professional wrestling. The future WWE Hall of Famer has carved out a very respectable and successful career in Hollywood and recently compared the two fields during an interview with Film Inside.

Entertainment News / The Takedown on SI / April 29, 2025

CM Punk Talks Post WrestleMania Treat, Heels Season 3 & Rom Com Pitch With Bautista

CM Punk is living a life where he can have his cake and eat it too. A necessary proverb for a man who has a propensity to indulge in sweets after big matches and his first ever main event bout at WrestleMania was no exception.

Entertainment News / Nerdist / April 7, 2025

A GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY: VOL. 3 Star Accidentally Punched Dave Bautista in the Face

Few people would want to start a physical altercation with actor and former wrestling star Dave Bautista. However, one of his Guardians of the Galaxy cast mates actually socked him in the eye for real during the filming of Guardians of the Galaxy Vol.

Entertainment News / BANG Showbiz / February 14, 2025

Dave Bautista is searching for another superhero role

Dave Bautista is desperate for another Marvel or DC superhero role. The 56-year-old actor played Drax the Destroyer in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) franchise 'Guardians of the Galaxy' and has put titans of the genre on notice that he is willing to be in another blockbuster.

Entertainment News / The Takedown on SI / February 11, 2025

New Details Emerge On Dave Bautista's Next Film Role

New details have been released about Dave Bautista's next film project. Deadline reported Tuesday morning that the six-time World Champion has been cast to star in a dystopian thriller titled 'Dreadnought.' The film will reunite Bautista with Bushwick directors, Cary Murnion and Jonathan Milott.

Entertainment News / The Takedown on SI / September 16, 2024