10 Shocking Jobs Wrestlers Held After Leaving The Spotlight

There is life after wrestling for those that want out of the industry.

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Professional wrestling is often viewed as one of the most outlandish jobs in the entertainment world. Not quite acting yet not quite sport, Vince McMahon branded it perfectly when he labelled the industry as "sports entertainment" over 20 years ago.

The uniqueness of the business makes it all the more difficult for many wrestlers to let go once their time in the spotlight is over. As a result, it has become a common occurrence for stars of the ring to perform well past their prime - and well into retirement age.

But not all of the sport's alumni have suffered from that problem. In fact, many notable names of yesteryear have settled well into civilian life by going on to have successful careers outside the industry. Being a pro wrestler really doesn't sentence a performer to a life of conventions, B-movies or bouncing jobs.

While it's common to hear that "nobody retires from professional wrestling", this list proves that isn't always the case. In fact, the road after wrestling doesn't have to be rocky at all - and can indeed be an open highway with limitless horizons.

10. Jimmy Wang Yang - Entrepreneur

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Floating from WCW to WWE via TNA and ROH along the way, Jimmy Wang Yang enjoyed a nomadic career in the world of wrestling by the time he left the mainstream spotlight in 2010. Without a long-term home in the industry, the 'Asian Redneck' soon came to the realisation that a backup career was a smart move.

Fresh out of WWE, Yang started his own pest control business in the 2010, after he had his own house sprayed by pest control professionals. Spotting a good idea with a high return, concise labour and strong likelihood of repeat business, Jimmy's Pest Control was born. However, Yang would soon grow tired of the bug spraying biz and move his attention elsewhere.

Today, Yang runs the Redneck Party Bus - a customised Chevy covered in camouflage paintwork and designed for a good time on the move. Yang covers the Cincinnati area and regularly accommodates fans of local sports teams for tailgate parties. Meanwhile, he also has a female-focused version of the bus for his feminine clientele, with a pink and sparkly version, aptly named the Princess Party Bus.

Not quite as flamboyant as performing in front of millions each week, but a fun way to make a living nonetheless.

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