Dave Bautista (Batista) was planned to be inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame in 2023, but it was canceled due to his busy Hollywood schedule.
The Animal was also scheduled to be inducted in 2020, but it was postponed as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.
In a recent interview with ComicBook.com, Batista stated that he would be inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame before the opportunity to join James Gunn’s DC Universe comes along.
You can check out some highlights from the interview below:
On the WWE Hall of Fame: “I couldn’t give you an honest answer to that because I think… I’m only gonna say this because we’ve had conversations, over the years, it would the WWE Hall of Fame. I was supposed to go in last year and I was on a film and I just couldn’t travel. I was on a film in South Africa and logistically we just couldn’t make it happen. So, you know, and I haven’t talked to James about the DC Universe.”
On wanting to work with Gunn again: “I would love to work with James again, whether it’s DC Universe or not. I just love James Gunn. He’s an incredible director and we have a camaraderie that’s priceless. So to work with him again? I mean I’d do it for free. But, we just haven’t had the conversations. He’s on top of DC now. He’s doing his thing. I’m trying to grind along in my processing. But, I’m always open-minded too and I’ve expressed that to him.”
Dave Bautista, better known by his ring name Batista, has had a successful career both inside and outside of the wrestling ring. The former WWE superstar was scheduled to be inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame in 2020, but due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the event was postponed. Now, it seems that Batista’s induction has been delayed once again, this time due to his busy Hollywood schedule.
In a recent interview with ComicBook.com, Batista revealed that he was supposed to be inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame last year but was unable to attend due to his filming commitments in South Africa. He expressed his disappointment at not being able to make it happen and mentioned that he hasn’t had any conversations with James Gunn, the director of the DC Universe, about joining the franchise.
Batista also expressed his desire to work with James Gunn again, stating that he would love to collaborate with him whether it’s for the DC Universe or not. He praised Gunn’s talent as a director and emphasized the camaraderie they share. Batista even went as far as saying that he would work with Gunn for free if given the opportunity.
While Batista’s induction into the WWE Hall of Fame has been delayed, it is clear that he still holds a strong connection to the wrestling world. He mentioned in the interview that he has had conversations with WWE over the years about his induction, indicating that it is a significant milestone he looks forward to.
Batista’s transition from wrestling to Hollywood has been quite successful. He has appeared in several blockbuster films, including the Marvel Cinematic Universe’s “Guardians of the Galaxy” series, where he played the role of Drax the Destroyer. His acting skills and physical presence have made him a sought-after talent in the entertainment industry.
Despite his busy schedule, Batista remains open-minded and willing to explore new opportunities. He expressed his admiration for James Gunn and his eagerness to work with him again. Whether it’s in the DC Universe or another project, Batista’s fans can expect to see more of him on the big screen.
In conclusion, Dave Bautista’s induction into the WWE Hall of Fame has been delayed twice, first due to the pandemic and now because of his Hollywood commitments. However, he remains optimistic about the possibility of joining the prestigious Hall of Fame in the future. In the meantime, fans can look forward to seeing Batista in upcoming movies and potentially collaborating with James Gunn once again.