- Born
- Nicknames
- Megaman
- Colossus
- The Colossus of Boggo Road
- Height7′ (2.13 m)
- Nathan Jones's saga is a tapestry of raw power and entertainment, woven from the rugged landscapes of Australia to the glitz of global arenas. A towering figure at 6' 11", he carved his niche as a colossus in strength athletics, power-lifting his way to stardom in the mid-90s. His moniker "Megaman" aptly captured his gargantuan presence, which saw him dominate strongman contests, including a notable victory in the Highland Games World Strongman Challenge at 26.
Born to a lineage of extraordinary individuals, Nathan inherited a legacy of strength and intellect. With roots stretching from the champion caber tosser grandfather in New Zealand to the nautical engineer great grandfather who miraculously survived the icy River Thames, his heritage is a chronicle of triumph over adversity. This lineage of achievers, including an Olympic cyclist grandfather with a penchant for physics and electrical engineering, set the stage for Nathan's own feats of strength and skill.
Nathan's transition to WWE in 2002 unveiled "The Colossus of Boggo Road" on the SmackDown! roster, a title that evoked his turbulent past and resilience. His stint in professional wrestling was highlighted by appearances with icons like The Undertaker and in marquee events such as WrestleMania XIX.
The turn of fate that launched his acting career was as serendipitous as it was spectacular, with martial arts superstar Jackie Chan propelling him onto the silver screen. Nathan's filmography is marked by formidable characters, from the imposing Boagrius in "TROY" to the menacing Rictus Erectus in "Mad Max: Fury Road". His roles span mythic warriors to modern-day villains, each embodying an intensity that is quintessentially Nathan Jones.
Off-screen, Nathan's life is anchored in Queensland, Australia, where he resides with his wife Fawn Tran, his son Justice, and a narrative rich with the spoils of a life lived large. His journey from strongman to screen is not just a story of personal success but a testament to the indomitable human spirit.
Written by F. Tran
- IMDb mini biography by: F. Tran
- SpouseFawn Tran(? - present) (1 child)
- Gender / Gender identityMale
- Trademark move: Sidewalk Slam
- Trademark move: Big Boot
- Trademark move: Chokeslam
- Trademark move: Gutwrench Suplex
- Trademark move: Scoop Lift into an Inverted DDT
- Before his career as a wrestler, he was sentenced to 16 years in 1987 at the age of 18 to Boggo Road Gaol for eight armed robberies between 1985-1987, two of which occurred in Tasmania. During the robberies, he became one of Australia's most wanted and ended up serving seven years in a maximum-security prison. In 1994, Jones was given one year work release before being discharged at the age of 25. While in prison, he was introduced to the sport of power lifting.
- Fought at Pride Fighting Championships' inaugural event (Pride 1) in a prearranged (worked) match, losing by quick submission to a sumo wrestler. With only worked bouts being offered to him at the time, he chose to pursue professional wrestling instead, where the format was transparent and offered genuine career viability.
- Won The Scottish Highland games
- Had his right arm broken by Sweden's Magnus Samuelsson in the arm wresting event of the 1995 World's Strongest Man Competition.
- Injured his arm in Bangkok, Thailand, in September 2008, resulting in nerve damage and a temporary absence from wrestling.
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