Dwayne Johnson

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Name:
Dwayne Johnson
Who is:
, , wrestler
Birth date:
(53 y.o.)
Place of birth:
Hayward, California, USA
Height:
6'5 ft ()
Weight:
265 lb (120 kg)
Relationship:
married
Birth Sign:
(characteristic)
Chinese zodiac:
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Biography of Dwayne Johnson

Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson is a former wrestling superstar turned A-list Hollywood actor. He's starred in blockbuster franchises like "Fast & Furious," "Jumanji," and "The Game Plan," among others.
Wrestler and actor Dwayne Johnson
Wrestler and actor Dwayne Johnson
Johnson holds two Guinness World Records: one for his massive $5.5 million debut lead role salary, and another for snapping an incredible 105 selfies in just 3 minutes.

Childhood

Born in early May 1972 in California, Dwayne came from a wrestling dynasty. His father, grandfather, cousins, and uncles were all professional wrestlers, while his mother managed his father's career, and his grandmother was a women's wrestling league manager in Polynesia.
Dwayne Johnson in childhood
Dwayne Johnson in childhood
His father's wrestling career meant constant moves, so Dwayne bounced between three schools: New Zealand, Hawaii, and finally Pennsylvania for his senior year.
Dwayne Johnson with his mom
Dwayne Johnson with his mom
From a young age, Dwayne was exposed to sports. His father took him to competitions and gym workouts. At 12, he tried lifting weights during one workout but got pinned under the barbell.

The incident didn't hurt him physically, but it lit a fire under him to get serious about sports. From then on, he trained rigorously under his father's guidance.
Dwayne Johnson. Workout
His father Rocky Johnson, who was half African American and half Canadian, struggled to provide stability for the family. He worked whatever jobs he could find and was rarely home. Over the years, Dwayne saw him less and less, and life with his mother became increasingly difficult. Eventually, when Dwayne was 14, his parents divorced.
Dwayne Johnson with his father, wrestler Rocky
Dwayne Johnson with his father, wrestler Rocky
Dwayne and his mother moved into a small house in Honolulu, renting it with their meager savings. One day, they returned home to find an eviction notice on the door. They could've slept in their car, but it had been repossessed for unpaid taxes a week earlier. Watching his mother cry, Dwayne felt helpless and furious with himself.
Dwayne Johnson in his youth and young adulthood
Dwayne Johnson in his youth and young adulthood
His hardships led to aggressive behavior. He frequently fought with classmates and even had run-ins with the police. Arguments with his mother became routine. Poverty weighed heavily on Dwayne, and he dreamed of earning enough money so he'd never have to worry about

Youth

By 16, Dwayne had already been kicked out of four schools. Finally, in Pennsylvania, he enrolled in Freedom High School.

One day, Dwayne ducked into the faculty restroom because the boys' room was too smoky. While washing his hands, the football coach spotted him and got upset—students were strictly forbidden from using the faculty restroom. Dwayne responded, "Sure, I'll leave as soon as I finish washing my hands." The coach was furious but didn't say a word. Feeling bad about being rude, Dwayne tracked down the coach the next morning to apologize. The coach looked him over and invited him to practice.
He looked at me, a typical rebellious teen with no respect for authority, and said, 'I believe in you.' I will never forget what that man did for my future.
By then, Dwayne Johnson stood 6'4" and weighed 225 pounds—and that was 225 pounds of pure muscle. Because of his size, his teammates initially thought he was an undercover narc planted at the troubled school. "It was probably because of the silly mustache I wore back then," jokes The Rock.
In his youth, Dwayne Johnson played football at a professional level
In his youth, Dwayne Johnson played football at a professional level
Dwayne quickly fell in love with football. He didn't just excel on the field—his grades improved too. Now he had a real shot at escaping poverty, with top U.S. universities eager to recruit him for their teams. By graduation, he had multiple offers and ultimately chose the University of Miami.
Young Dwayne Johnson at the University of Miami
Young Dwayne Johnson at the University of Miami
Dwayne lived up to expectations, winning the NCAA national championship in 1991 as part of the Miami Hurricanes.
Dwayne Johnson was a successful football player
Dwayne Johnson was a successful football player
But a severe back injury a year later derailed his plans. Unable to play football, the university no longer needed him—his first-year GPA was just 0.7.

Thanks to his coach pulling strings, he was reinstated and graduated in 1995 with a criminology degree. Immediately after graduation, he signed with the Canadian team Calgary Stampeders. In Canada, he lived with two teammates, survived on instant noodles, and slept on a dirty mattress, hoping the Calgary coach would get him off the bench. It never happened. Two months later, he was cut from the team.

With his pro football dreams crushed, Dwayne found new horizons in the wrestling ring.

WWE

Dwayne's football dreams were crushed. With just $7 to his name, he had no choice but to ask his father for help breaking into wrestling. Using his last bit of money, Dwayne bought a bus ticket to Tampa, Florida, and moved into a tiny apartment with his dad.

Soon after, the Calgary Stampeders' coach called, asking Dwayne to return to the team. Dwayne hung up. His father called him a fool, saying he was throwing away the opportunity of a lifetime. Dwayne's response? "My place is in the ring now."

Dwayne Johnson made his WWE Survivor Series debut in November 1996 under the stage name Rocky Maivia, a combination of his father's and grandfather's names. By his own admission, he was completely unprepared. He even borrowed shorts from his uncle.
Dwayne Johnson started his wrestling career in 1996
Dwayne Johnson started his wrestling career in 1996
Initially, he tried playing the "good guy" because wrestling—especially WWE—is more theatrical performance than actual sport. But when he stepped into the ring, crowds booed and jeered, chanting "Rocky sucks." That's when Dwayne switched tactics and unleashed his aggressive alter-ego, The Rock.
Dwayne Johnson as a young man
Dwayne Johnson as a young man
It was a hit. In this new persona, he won over the crowds, claimed 17 WWE championships, and became a pop culture icon.
Dwayne Johnson in the ring
Dwayne finally felt fulfilled. First thing he did? Bought his mom a house and helped his dad financially. Then he fulfilled a childhood dream—buying a genuine Rolex. But then he felt empty. The Rock realized he had achieved everything he wanted in wrestling and decided, like Mickey Rourke and Hulk Hogan before him, to become an actor.
Dwayne Johnson with hair
Dwayne Johnson with hair

Film Career

In 2000, Dwayne Johnson released his bestselling autobiography "The Rock Says...", which caught Hollywood's attention and sparked significant interest in his potential as an actor.
Dwayne Johnson's height is 6'5"
Dwayne Johnson's height is 6'5"
He landed his first supporting role in "The Mummy Returns," which led to a starring role in its spin-off, "The Scorpion King." In the first film, he shared the screen with stars like Brendan Fraser and Rachel Weisz.
A scene from 'The Scorpion King'
A scene from 'The Scorpion King'
The spin-off "The Scorpion King" earned Dwayne a Guinness World Record and made him a sought-after action star.
The Best Of The Rock as The Scorpion King
Starting in 2011, the muscular actor hit a new wave of success with his role in the blockbuster "Fast & Furious" franchise, where he starred alongside Vin Diesel and Paul Walker. Screenwriter Chris Morgan specifically crafted the role of Agent Luke Hobbs for Dwayne, giving audiences the thrill of seeing both Vin Diesel and The Rock share the screen.
'Fast & Furious': Dwayne Johnson as Luke Hobbs
'Fast & Furious': Dwayne Johnson as Luke Hobbs
Beyond action films, Dwayne Johnson has also shown his comedic chops in movies like "Tooth Fairy" and "The Game Plan."
Dwayne Johnson's tattoo
Dwayne Johnson's tattoo
In the summer of 2014, "Hercules" was released, featuring Dwayne Johnson as the Greek demigod. In April 2015, the seventh installment of the "Fast & Furious" series was released, starring Vin Diesel, Paul Walker, and Jason Statham alongside him.
Hercules Interview With Dwayne Johnson
In 2017, Dwayne Johnson had "Fast & Furious" fans buzzing again with his return in the franchise's eighth installment. That same summer, he was seen in the beach comedy "Baywatch," alongside Zac Efron, Alexandra Daddario, Priyanka Chopra, and Kelly Rohrbach.
Dwayne Johnson in 'Baywatch'
Dwayne Johnson in 'Baywatch'

Dwayne Johnson's Personal Life

Dwayne Johnson met his future wife, Cuban-born Dany Garcia, at the age of 20 while attending the University of Miami. In 1999, after seven years together, they tied the knot, and on August 14, 2001, they welcomed their daughter Simone Alexandra.
Dwayne Johnson with his first wife and daughter
Dwayne Johnson with his first wife and daughter
However, in June 2007, Dany and Dwayne made an official statement about their divorce: their daughter stayed with her mother. Dwayne pays $22,000 monthly in child support, not including an additional $5,000 for her education. Despite their divorce, they've maintained an amicable relationship.
Dwayne Johnson sings «You're Welcome» while washing hands with daughter
After the release of the film "Hercules," Johnson was linked to his co-star, supermodel Irina Shayk, who allegedly left soccer player Cristiano Ronaldo for the Hollywood actor. The rumors were never confirmed though, and soon tabloids were filled with photos of Irina with another famous actor, Bradley Cooper.
Dwayne Johnson and Irina Shayk
Dwayne Johnson and Irina Shayk
Dwayne has been with singer Lauren Hashian since 2007, following his divorce from his first wife.
Dwayne Johnson and Lauren Hashian
Dwayne Johnson and Lauren Hashian
In 2015, the couple welcomed a daughter named Jasmine Lia. In 2018, they had a second daughter, Tiana, whom Dwayne adores.
Dwayne Johnson and his daughter Leah
Dwayne Johnson and his daughter Leah
The Johnson family expanded again in April 2018, and Dwayne shared an adorable photo with his third daughter, Tiana Gia. In August 2019, the couple got married.
The wedding of Dwayne Johnson and Lauren Hashian
The wedding of Dwayne Johnson and Lauren Hashian

Dwayne Johnson Now

In 2021, Dwayne Johnson joined the DC cinematic universe, playing the lead role in a solo film about the anti-hero Black Adam. He was confirmed for the role as early as 2014, but it took years for the blockbuster to reach theaters.
Dwayne Johnson as Black Adam
Dwayne Johnson as Black Adam
In 2010, The Rock appeared in the anniversary installment of "Fast & Furious," and he has also confirmed his participation in the final parts of the franchise: "Fast & Furious 11" and "Fast & Furious 12."

Dwayne Johnson: latest news and articles

  • Dwayne Johnson it`s not only an actor and a sportsman but also a good father of his daughters.
    2021-05-10 15:18:59
  • The Scorpion King is an important role for Johnson. After that everybody who was far from sport found out about The Rock.
    2021-04-13 18:38:18
  • Dwayne Johnson like a many handsome actors celebrities was a naughty boy when he was young. That`s good that he buckled down.
    2021-04-09 13:34:40
  • Cool actor. Dwayne Johnson made himself and he proved that sportsman can be not only a sportsman.
    2021-04-03 18:28:24
  • I can not imagine The Fast and the Furious without Johnson and Diesel. They just made for the movies about speed and troubles.
    2021-03-07 16:43:13
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