Jim Rathmann

Former investigator and decorated Army Veteran, Jim Rathmann, took on the role as lead investigator and talent for Investigation Discovery's, Joe Exotic: Tigers, Lies & Cover-up. Jim lead the investigation surrounding the disappearance of Don Lewis, a wealthy real-estate entrepreneur who abruptly vanished out of Tampa, Florida, in 1997. On a mission to discover the truth behind Don's sudden disappearance, Jim challenges existing claims and reveals new theories and evidence, supported by criminal and legal experts, while reliving Don Lewis's final days through the accounts of those closest to him. Jim Rathmann was born on March 4, 1979 in Orlando, Florida. Shortly thereafter, his family moved to Boca Raton, Florida, where remained through high school. From a young age, Jim's first passion was playing football, where he played for Boca Raton High School and eventually went on to play collegiately for Louisiana State University (LSU). Jim played on the Louisiana State University (LSU) 20