John Venturi

John Anthony Venturi (born June 17th, 1987) is an American ring announcer and retired professional wrestler. Venturi is currently signed to Elite Answers Wrestling where he announces for their developmental show, NEO.

Early life
Venturi was born and raised in Bowling Green, Kentucky. He attended Warren Central High School, graduating in 2004. He earned a masters degree in Athletic Training at University of Kentucky.

Debut (2012)
Venturi made his professional wrestling in-ring debut in 2012 at a Bluegrass Championship Wrestling event in Paintsville, Kentucky, under the ring name of "Thrilling" Tony Venturi. Venturi would become a fan-favorite and won the BCW Heritage Championship in mid-2013. He held the title until his sudden retirement.

Injury and Retirement (2014-2015)
While defending his title in a singles match on May 3rd, 2014, Venturi was dropped directly on his head during a botched execution of a vertebreaker by his opponent, causing a Basilar skull fracture and a broken neck. This would be cited as his reason for retiring in 2015.

Announcing career
After retiring from active competition and fully recovering from his injuries, Venturi still wanted to be involved in the wrestling business. He then took up ring announcing.

Elite Answers Wrestling (October 2017-present)
Venturi would make his announcing debut at NEO: Frontline in October of 2017.

Personal life
Venturi is a fan of the Kentucky Wildcats.

In 2014, Venturi underwent surgery to repair his broken neck.

In wrestling

 * Finishing moves
 * Thrill Ride (Spike frankensteiner)
 * Signature moves
 * Standing shooting star press
 * Tilt-a-whirl tornado DDT
 * Spin kick
 * Running front dropkick
 * Bridging German suplex
 * Nicknames
 * "Thrilling"
 * Entrance themes
 * "Big Poppa" by The Notorious B.I.G.
 * "Ignition (Remix)" by R. Kelly
 * "Kickstart My Heart" by Motley Crue