Over the course of their careers, wrestlers will often change up their looks, and the same is usually the case when a competitor transitions to the silver screen. While Dwayne Johnson often looks indistinguishable in his live-action roles, fellow WWE alum Dave Bautista is sporting a much different look for his latest major film project.
Bautista is set to star in The Last Showgirl, a new drama that’ll see him share the screen with Pamela Anderson (Baywatch.) This week, fans caught a glimpse of the Animal’s character, looking far different from what fans saw for years from Dave in WWE.
Bautista’s long locks in The Last Showgirl contrast greatly with his short hair or bald look he sported during his time as a WWE Superstar. The former World Heavyweight Champion is also considerably slimmer than his WWE days, as he’s openly spoken about feeling uncomfortable with how big he was for years, and feeling better after slimming down.
What Is The Last Showgirl?
Directed by Gia Coppola, The Last Showgirl will explore the challenges of reinventing one’s self in the face of change. Anderson will star as Shelley, a seasoned Las Vegas showgirl. After her 30 years on the Strip ends, Shelley is left facing an uncertain future and must navigate her life away from the glitz and glamor. Batista will star ast the show’s director.
Like Shelley, Bautista himself is preparing to navigate a new chapter in his career. The Last Showgirl sees the Animal take on a role far different from the muscled-up heavy that saw him rise to success in the Marvel Cinematic Universe and James Bond’s Spectre. Stay tuned for the latest on Bautista and his efforts to reassert himself in the world of acting, away from his muscled-up past.
The Last Showgirl is distributed by Roadside Attractions with a scheduled release date of January 10, 2025.