6 WWE Wrestlers who have worked as security guards before rising to fame

6. John Cena

John Cena, before his WWE career skyrocketed, worked as a security guard at a nightclub. His background in bodybuilding and his personality helped him stand out in the security world before entering wrestling.

5. Mark Henry

Mark Henry worked in various jobs before joining WWE, including a role as a bouncer/security guard. His experience in these roles helped shape his larger-than-life persona in the wrestling world

4. The Big Show (Paul Wight)

Before he became "The Big Show," Paul Wight worked as a security guard in a hotel. He has mentioned in interviews that his size and stature got him noticed before he pursued professional wrestling.

3. Kurt Angle

Before winning Olympic gold and becoming a WWE Superstar, Kurt Angle briefly worked security for his university. This job was before he transitioned into professional wrestling

2. The Rock (Dwayne Johnson)

Before his WWE career took off, Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson worked as a security guard in a local store. This experience wasn’t directly in WWE, but he did gain some experience in security roles early on

1. Stone Cold Steve Austin

Before becoming a WWE Superstar, Stone Cold Steve Austin worked as a security guard at a World Class Championship Wrestling event. His time as a security guard came before he made a big name for himself in the wrestling world