Better known as Jesse "The Body" Ventura, however he was born James George Janos, July 15, 1951. He grew up in south Minneapolis. After high school he joined the Navy and trained as a Navy Seal. He later went to school on the GI Bill.
He held numerous jobs before finding himself in the World Wrestling Federation. For eleven years he wrestled in the WWF. After the WWF he became a actor, a radio talk show host and went on to become Major of Brooklyn Park. Ventura was Major for five years.
Politics called him again and this time he ran for govenor and won!. Ventura's victory astonished the entire political scene.
Ventura is still a favorite with his many fans, although he is no longer wrestling. As govenor of Minnesota "the Body" has had to make a lot of changes. Ventura is known for saying exactly what he thinks has gotten him in trouble numerous times. He has resigned himself to thinking before he speaks and getting on with his political agenda.