Jesse “The Body” Ventura is officially making his long-awaited return to WWE as part of the commentary team for Saturday Night’s Main Event on December 14. A legendary WWE Hall of Famer, Ventura’s iconic voice defined wrestling broadcasts throughout the 1980s, and now he’s back to bring his signature style to this special event.
The exciting announcement was first revealed during the Bill Simmons Podcast and later confirmed by WWE on social media. WWE tweeted:
“BREAKING: Jesse Ventura makes his return to the broadcast announce table for Saturday Night’s Main Event on Dec. 14, LIVE at 8/7c on @nbc, as first revealed on The @BillSimmons Podcast.”
During the podcast, Ventura shared his enthusiasm for revisiting the classic roots of Saturday Night’s Main Event, set to air live on NBC.
“The wrestlers are not coming down that ramp, they’re not coming with all of the lights and the spectacular,” Ventura said. “They’re coming in through the crowd, like the old days. That’s why they brought me back! We’re going back in the time capsule, only it’s going to be four times a year.”
The return of this iconic show promises to capture the nostalgic magic of wrestling’s golden era, with Ventura adding his unique energy to the broadcast.
The last time Ventura lent his voice to WWE commentary was in 2009 for a special episode of RAW. His absence was largely attributed to long-standing issues with Vince McMahon, but Ventura has recently reconnected with the company, paving the way for his return.
While Ventura teased the idea of participating in future broadcasts of Saturday Night’s Main Event in 2025, no official announcements have been made yet.
The December 14 event will be hosted live from Nassau Coliseum, and the card is packed with thrilling matchups:
WWE Championship: Cody Rhodes (c) vs. Kevin Owens
World Heavyweight Championship: Gunther (c) vs. Finn Balor
Women’s World Championship: Liv Morgan (c) vs. IYO SKY
Women’s United States Championship Finals: Participants TBD
Fans can expect a night of electrifying action, nostalgia, and unforgettable moments. Jesse Ventura’s return is sure to be one of the highlights of the evening, adding a unique layer of excitement to this throwback edition of Saturday Night’s Main E
Mark your calendars for December 14 at 8/7c on NBC and get ready to relive the glory days of WWE with “The Body” back at the commentary table. Stay tuned for live coverage from WrestleZone and updates as the event approaches!