Glenn Jacobs, born on April 26, 1967, is an American professional wrestler, actor, and politician. He gained fame in WWE under the ring name “Kane,” where he became a three-time world champion and a 12-time world tag team champion.
Transitioning from wrestling to politics, Jacobs was elected as the Republican Mayor of Knox County, Tennessee, in 2018. He was re-elected in 2022, securing 55.3% of the vote against Democratic nominee Debbie Helsley. As mayor, he has focused on economic development, education, and maintaining low taxes.
In recent news, Jacobs challenged Minnesota Governor Tim Walz to a charity wrestling match following controversial comments made by Walz about Trump supporters. Jacobs expressed seriousness about the challenge, highlighting his wrestling persona.
For a more in-depth look at Glenn Jacobs’ journey from wrestling to politics, you might find this interview insightful: