DEARBORN, MI - Now running for Michigan State Representative, WWE "Man Beast" Rhyno.

WWE superstar and Dearborn Heights native Terrance "Rhyno" Gerin has won the ECW championship, the United States championship, and the Hardcore championship. Now, he hopes to win your vote for the 15th district in Dearborn.

"I understand some people might be hesitant thinking it's a gimmick," Rhyno told me, "but my friends and family know my love for this country, my passion for politics and my love for helping people out. If elected, that becomes my number one priority."

Rhyno says he has the full support of WWE and Vince McMahon on his decision to run for state rep.

"I walked up to Vince and told him that I decided to run for state rep. and said I hope I make you proud. He said, 'you already made us proud.' Vince knows my work ethic and my leadership in the locker room. He knows me as a person."

Rhyno says he loves Michigan and loves the political process.

"I love Michigan. I could have lived anywhere in the country, but I chose to stay home because I love it here. I've been going to council meetings for the last two and a half years. I've really enjoyed the process. I enjoy people and I think i have a lot of ideas that can help make Michigan and our district a better place."

"If i can make someone's life a little easier, then it's worth it. I know I can do the job. I'm a workaholic and i like solving problems. It's a passion."

Rhyno says he's made a lot of connections over the years and wrestling has really helped him get to this point.

"Wrestling has opened a lot of doors for me. I've been very blessed that I've had a long career. 21 years and counting. Whenever I travel, people recognize me and it's nice to see you put a smile on someone's face when you spend time with a fan for a few minutes."

Rhyno is running as a Republican, but says it's important to work with everyone to get things done.

"You have to work together. You have to have leadership skills. It's not just about working with Republicans."

So, who is he supporting for President?

"I like John Kasich. I like a lot of the work he's done."

Rhyno already has his campaign slogan. "I''ll fight for you." He says he knows the problems facing his district and Michigan first hand, like education and infrastructure.

The primary election is August 2, 2016.

Edward Pevos is the Mlive entertainment reporter for Detroit and Southeast Michigan. You can follow him on Twitter @PaparazzoPevos