How old is Dave Bautista?

Dave Bautista is 57 years old (born January 18, 1969).

Is Dave Bautista still alive?

Yes, Dave Bautista is still alive as of 2026, aged 57.

Where is Dave Bautista from?

Dave Bautista is from Washington, D.C., USA, United States.

What generation is Dave Bautista?

Dave Bautista is a Generation X, born in 1969.

Dave Bautista

🎭 actor

Still alive

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Age today

years old

David Michael Bautista Jr. (born January 18, 1969) is an American actor and retired professional wrestler. Regarded as one of his generation's most prolific professional wrestlers, he rose to fame for his multiple stints in WWE between 2002 and 2019. Bautista began his wrestling career in 1999 and signed with WWE (then WWF) in 2000. From 2002 to 2010, he gained fame under the ring name Batista, initially as a member of Evolution.

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Born

Years in career39 years active

January 18th, 1969

Birthplace

Washington, D.C., USA

Known for

🎭 Actor

Nationality

United States

Generation

Generation X

Career

39 years

Region

North America

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How Dave Bautista compares to other Actors

🎂Dave Bautista is 4 years older than the average Actor

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Facts about Dave Bautista

Did you know?

Did you know that despite his imposing physique, Bautista initially struggled significantly with acting auditions and was told he'd never make it in Hollywood.

5 Lesser-known facts

Before wrestling, Bautista worked as a bouncer and lifeguard, having a difficult youth with multiple arrests by age 13.
He briefly competed in mixed martial arts, holding an undefeated record of 1-0 after winning his only professional MMA fight in 2012.
Bautista is a massive animal lover and advocate, having adopted several rescue dogs and actively campaigning against animal abuse.
His extensive tattoos include a large Japanese dragon on his back and several meaningful pieces dedicated to his family and heritage.
He co-owns a tattoo shop in Tampa, Florida, called DC Society Ink, showcasing his passion for body art.

Career highlight

While his WWE career was iconic, his role as Drax the Destroyer in Marvel's 'Guardians of the Galaxy' truly launched him into global superstardom. This pivotal role proved his versatility and comedic timing, cementing his status as a legitimate actor.

Legacy

Bautista's legacy is defined by his successful pivot from a dominant professional wrestling career to becoming a respected and sought-after Hollywood actor, shattering stereotypes for crossover talent.