WWE Legend Batista Opens Up About His Recent Weight Loss Journey

• Batista has spoken out about his recent weight loss after photos emerged highlighting a dramatic transformation in his ring appearance
• Batista, renowned for his impressive physique, has transitioned into a successful acting career while maintaining his health and fitness
• He held the titles of two-time WWE Champion, four-time World Heavyweight Champion, and three-time World Tag Team Champion

Former WWE heavyweight champion Batista has addressed his recent weight loss after photos of his significant change in appearance in the ring went viral.

Known as 'The Animal,' the 55-year-old is one of the most formidable figures in WWE history, having captured six world championships during his tenure.

Throughout most of his wrestling career, Batista weighed around 290 pounds, although he has weighed even more at times.

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Now an actor, Batista, real name Dave Bautista, successfully transitioned into film after his final WrestleMania appearance alongside Triple H in 2019.

With the release of his new movie, The Killer's Game, fans have noticed how much slimmer he looks compared to his WWE days.

The Guardians of the Galaxy star explained that he hasn’t weighed this little in over 30 years.

“The heaviest I’ve ever been was 370 pounds," Batista told Chris van Vliet via TikTok.

"When I started Deacon (his first wrestling character), I was about 325 pounds. Throughout most of my wrestling career, I was about 290 pounds. Now I’m about 240 pounds.

"Just a year and a half ago for Knock At The Cabin, I went up to 315 pounds and that’s when the nightmare started. Getting that weight off has been a real challenge.“

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Many fans were surprised by recent photos of Batista due to their familiarity with his larger physique.

Some have even voiced concerns about his health, but Batista assures that he feels better than ever.

He added:

"Then I noticed the more I trimmed down the better I felt, and I also noticed the more I trimmed down the better I looked on camera, the better I looked next to other actors.

Reactions to the post:

Here are some of the responses from social media users.

@seunfunmi010:

"That is not him."

@mooney_tunes:

"He reduced his muscle mass intentionally in order to adapt to various roles."

@BS90785007:

"Hollywood happened."

@AlDashing007:

"Steroids."

@v003powers:

"He lost his ring weight, he is most likely bigger and healthier than you."

Batista has recently been eating about 2,500 calories but expects to gain some weight, acknowledging that he’s been "working extremely hard to maintain this trim look."

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