Jesse Ventura is an American former professional wrestler, actor, and politician. Born on July 15, 1951, in Minneapolis, Minnesota, he gained fame in the wrestling world as "The Body" and later as "The Governor." Ventura served as the Governor of Minnesota from 1999 to 2003, representing the Reform Party. In addition to his wrestling and political career, Ventura has appeared in several films and television shows, including the action movie Predator. He is also known for his outspoken views on various political and social issues, often advocating for libertarian principles and government transparency.