WWE fans know him as Kane, but Glenn Jacobs just got a brand new title.
The former wrestler, 51, was elected mayor of Knox County, Tennessee on Thursday,Sports Illustratedreports. Jacobs defeated Democratic nominee Linda Haney with a 2-1 lead.
“It’s really humbling,” Jacobs toldSports Illustratedafter the primary. “When you ask someone for their vote, you are asking them to place their confidence in you as the steward of the community, so it was humbling that people placed their faith and trust in me.”
“I am so thankful and honored for the opportunity,” Jacobs explained to the outlet.
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For his campaign, Jacobs’ initiatives were low taxes, improved infrastructure, and limited government.
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In the ring, Jacobs was a fan favorite. He was known for taking down his opponents with his red mask alongside The Undertaker, whose real name is Mark Calaway.
He’s won many titles including world heavyweight champion and 12-time world tag team champion, according toESPN.
Jacobs even made an appearance on the July 3 episode ofWWE Smackdown. However, his opponent Haney thought it was in poor taste.
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“I was really stunned to find out he was still pursuing it. I thought it was in the past,” Haney said, according toKnox News. “I thought in this crucial time he’d want to be here and be with the people,” Haney continued.
Jacobs expressed his appearances with WWE won’t end when he takes office on Sep. 1. “After I am elected major, I’ll be mayor. (Though) I may still do a few special things,” Jacobs said according to Knox News. “I’ve done it for 23 years now and have quite a history, it’ll always be a part of my life,” Jacobs added.
source: people.com
