'The Smashing Machine' Real-Life Subject Mark Kerr Signs With Innovative Artists

Innovative Artists Entertainment has signed former wrestler and mixed martial artist Mark Kerr for representation across endorsements, licensing, speaking engagements, appearances, merchandising and acting, the agency announced Tuesday. Dwayne Johnson portrays Kerr in A24's biopic "The Smashing Machine," which premiered to critical acclaim at the Venice International Film Festival. The upcoming feature is helmed by writer-director Benny Safdie and premieres worldwide in theaters Oct. 3. Kerr, also known as "The Smashing Machine," is a UFC Hall of Famer, ADCC World Champion and NCAA . . .