Bouncer (doorman) - Notable Bouncers

Notable Bouncers

• Dave Batista, former WWE superstar, worked as a bouncer in Washington, DC, nightclubs prior to his wrestling career.
• Al Capone, Chicago-based gangster, worked as a bartender/bouncer in his early life.
• Geoff Thompson, British bouncer and author of the book Watch My Back.
• Glenn Ross, Northern Irish bouncer and strongman.
• James Gandolfini, American actor who worked as a bouncer at an on-campus pub while studying at Rutgers University.
• Lenny McLean, British bare-knuckle boxing heavyweight champion who also worked as a head doorman at London nightclubs.
• Michael Clarke Duncan, American actor and former bouncer who also worked as a bodyguard for various celebrities.
• Bas Rutten, Dutch Mixed Martial Artist and kickboxer.
• Mr. T, American actor, former bouncer and twice winner of the "America's Toughest Bouncer" competition.
• Road Warrior Animal (Joseph Laurinaitis), a professional wrestling tag-team star who worked as a bouncer.
• Vincent D'Onofrio, American actor on Law & Order: Criminal Intent.
• Vin Diesel, American actor who created his 'Vin Diesel' pseudonym to protect his anonymity while working as a bouncer.
• Georges St-Pierre, Canadian mixed martial artist and UFC Welterweight Champion; former bouncer.
• Ivan 'Doc' Holiday, Canadian bouncer and author of The Cooler's Grimiore.
• Darren Lee, Australian bouncer and author of 101 Tips on How to be a Bouncer: Techniques to Handle Situations Without Violence.