Dwayne Johnson

About

Dwayne Douglas Johnson, also known by his ring name "The Rock", was born on May 2, 1972, in Hayward, California. He is known for his wrestling career in the WWE, his acting career in Hollywood, and his motivational persona. As a professional wrestler, his charismatic personality and distinctive moves earned him immense popularity. Johnson transitioned to acting with roles in action and comedy films such as "The Scorpion King", "Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle", the "Fast and Furious" series, and "Moana". Aside from his entertainment career, Johnson is also known for his philanthropic efforts, particularly his involvement with the Dwayne Johnson Rock Foundation which works with terminally ill children. Despite being retired from wrestling, "The Rock" remains one of the most recognized and influential figures in the professional wrestling world.

Associated With

Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson has numerous associations and collaborations within the entertainment industry. As a renowned actor, he has worked with a wide array of actors and filmmakers in films like the "Fast & Furious" series, "Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle", and "Moana". His constant collaborations with actor Kevin Hart and director Brad Peyton are notable. He was also associated with his ex-wife Dany Garcia, who remains his manager and business partner, they co-founded production company Seven Bucks Productions. Johnson has not publicly dated within the industry since his divorce. As a former professional wrestler, he has ties to WWE and wrestling’s McMahon family. His hosts the NBC competition show "The Titan Games," furthering his relationships within the television industry.

Career Highlights

• Began his career in professional wrestling at the World Wrestling Federation (WWF, now WWE) using the ring name "Rocky Maivia", later changed to "The Rock" (1996).
• Won his first WWF Championship, becoming the first third-generation wrestler in the company's history (1998).
• Achieved unprecedented fame in WWF/WWE with several world championship wins and headlined the most bought professional wrestling pay-per-view event, Wrestlemania XXVIII (up to 2013).
• Made his acting debut on the television show "That '70s Show" (1999).
• Made his feature film debut in "The Mummy Returns", which led to his first leading role in the spin-off "The Scorpion King" (2001).
• Received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame for his contributions to the motion picture industry (2017).
• Won a Kid’s Choice Award for Favorite Movie Actor for "Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle" (2018).
• Became the highest-paid actor in the history of Forbes' Celebrity 100 list (2018).
• Launched his own production company, Seven Bucks Productions, which has produced several successful films and TV series (ongoing since its inception in 2012).
• Named one of the 100 most influential people in the world by Time magazine (2019).
• It's worth noting that these highlights represent just a fraction of Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson's illustrious and multifaceted career.

Notable Awards

• Dwayne Johnson, also known as "The Rock", has won various awards throughout his career, including:
• Teen Choice Awards: Choice Movie Actor in Comedy for Central Intelligence (2016) and Baywatch (2017), Choice Movie Actor in Fantasy/ Sci-Fi for Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle (2018)
• Kids' Choice Awards: Favorite Movie Actor for Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle (2018), Favorite Male Butt Kicker for Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle (2018), and Favorite Movie Actor for Jumanji: The Next Level (2020)
• Hollywood Walk of Fame Star: In 2017, he received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
• NAACP Image Award: Entertainer of the Year (2021)
• People's Choice Awards: Favorite Premium Series Actor for Ballers (2017), The Male Movie Star of 2019 for Hobbs & Shaw (2019), The Comedy Movie Star of 2019 for Hobbs & Shaw (2019)
• These are just a few of his awards, there are also other several honors throughout his career as an actor and professional wrestler.

FAQs

What Is the Most Popular Dwayne Johnson Movie/TV Show?

Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson has starred in several highly popular movies, but one of his most popular movies is probably "Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle". Released in 2017, it was an unexpected box office hit, grossing over $962 million worldwide. Acting alongside co-stars like Kevin Hart, Jack Black, and Karen Gillan, Johnson portrays Dr. Smolder Bravestone, the video game avatar of a teenager sucked into the world of Jumanji. A sequel, "Jumanji: The Next Level", was released in 2019, and also performed exceptionally well, proving the widespread appeal of this rebooted franchise led by Johnson.

How Did Dwayne Johnson Get Famous?

Dwayne Johnson, also known as "The Rock," initially gained fame in professional wrestling. He grew up in a family of professional wrestlers, which led to his start in the World Wrestling Federation (now World Wrestling Entertainment) in the mid-1990s. His charismatic personality, amazing physical prowess, and trademark eyebrow raise quickly made him a fan favorite. His popularity in wrestling provided a springboard to Hollywood, where he began his acting career in 2001 with a role in "The Mummy Returns." His acting career solidified his fame, turning him into a global celebrity.