CM Punk Joins Cast of Netflixs The Bodyguard

CM Punk, the reigning WWE World Heavyweight Champion, has joined the cast of Netflix's upcoming romantic comedy "The Bodyguard," based on Katherine Center's 2022 bestselling novel.

The film stars Leighton Meester as a no-nonsense bodyguard assigned to protect Jared Padalecki's character, a charming action star targeted by a stalker during the holiday season. As the story unfolds, the actor persuades his protector to pose as his girlfriend during a family visit to Montana, leading to romantic tension and complications amid Christmas festivities. Punk, credited as Phillip Jack Brooks, will portray Doghouse, a physically intimidating member of the security team recognized for his loyalty and humor.

The ensemble cast also features Andie MacDowell, country singer Walker Hayes, Noah LaLonde, and Toby Sandeman. Elizabeth Allen Rosenbaum is directing from a screenplay by Erin Cardillo and Richard Keith. Producers include Gina Matthews and Grant Scharbo for Little Engine Productions, along with Jared Padalecki and his wife Genevieve for their banner Living in the Asterisk.

This role marks another step in Punk's expanding acting portfolio. He recently provided the voice of Officer...