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WWE invites Jesse Ventura to attend SummerSlam 2026 in Minneapolis

Wrestling Inc • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 31, 2026, 3:44 PM

Last updated Jul 31, 2026

WWE invites Jesse Ventura to attend SummerSlam 2026 in Minneapolis

Summary

WWE has reportedly extended an invitation to Hall of Famer Jesse "The Body" Ventura for SummerSlam 2026, taking place in his hometown of Minneapolis. Sources indicate that the possibility of Ventura participating in the show, potentially on the Kick Off segment, has been discussed. This would mark his first involvement in a SummerSlam event since 1999. Ventura's recent engagements include commentary roles for WWE Saturday Night Main Event, with his last appearance recorded in May 2025. His WWE Legends deal expired at the end of 2025, making his participation this weekend uncertain.

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What We Know

•SummerSlam 2026 is scheduled for this weekend in Minneapolis.
•Jesse Ventura has been invited but his participation is not confirmed.
•Ventura last appeared at a SummerSlam in 1999 as a referee.
•He previously worked as an analyst for WWE Saturday Night Main Event shows.

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3:44 PMWrestling Inc — WWE Reportedly Invites Hall Of Famer Jesse Ventura To SummerSlam 2026 In Minneapolis

What they're saying

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With WWE SummerSlam 2026 taking place in Minneapolis, Minnesota, Jesse "The Body" Ventura has reportedly been invited to attend this weekend's show.
— Wrestling Incby staff@wrestlinginc.com (Sam Palmer)

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