These Celebrities Have Dabbled As Pro Wrestlers

David Arquette Is A Wrestling Aficionado

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David Arquette is a wrestling mega-fan. So much so, that he decided to get inside the ring himself. As a member of the famous Arquette acting family, it’s no surprise that he would venture into another form of entertainment. In 2000, he made his debut in the ring became the WCW Heavyweight World Champion later that year.

He also donated the money he made from the WCW to families of wrestlers who had died or been injured in the ring including, Owen Hart, Brian Pillman, and Darren Drozdov. While many viewed his introduction as a gimmick, David was serious about wrestling and has stayed with the sport over the years. Most recently, he participated in the newly formed Championship Wrestling from Hollywood.