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The rebirth of a man named Goldberg: after leaving his football career behind him, Bill Goldberg went on to become the world's most famous wrestler--making millions by prancing around in nothing but boots and underwear. Now the 40 year old is reinventing himself again, this time as a reality television host, a family man, and a proud Jew.(Interview)

As the familiar figure walks toward you, extending a massive hand in greeting, it's impossible not to feel very small, even if you are 6'1". Standing several inches taller and packing 275 pounds of muscle, Bill Goldberg is a commanding presence, and with his shaved head and goatee he's one of the most recognizable celebrities in the world, having parlayed a stint in the NFL to a professional wrestling career and more recently, television broadcasting and hosting, giving a generation of Jewish kids a real-life hero to look up to.

"It's the biggest honor I could ever have," he says of being seen as a role model. "For one kid to look at me and smile because of what I've done ...

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