Dwayne Johnson
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Dwayne Douglas Johnson (born May 2, 1972), also known by his ring name "The Rock", is an American actor, professional wrestler, and businessman. Widely regarded as one of the greatest professional wrestlers of all time, he became a global icon during WWE's Attitude Era. Johnson later transitioned into acting, becoming one of the highest-grossing actors in Hollywood, with his films earning over $11.4 billion worldwide.[2]
Dwayne Johnson 
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| Born | Dwayne Douglas Johnson
May 2, 1972 Hayward, California, United States |
| Nationality | American |
| Occupation | Actor, Professional wrestler, Producer, Businessman |
| Years active | 1996–present |
| Spouse | Lauren Hashian (m. 2019) |
| Children | 3 |
| Known for | WWE career, Hollywood films, "The Rock" |
Early Life and Education
Dwayne Johnson was born in Hayward, California, to professional wrestler Rocky Johnson and Ata Maivia. He comes from a wrestling family, including his maternal grandfather Peter Maivia.
Johnson spent part of his childhood in New Zealand before returning to the United States. He attended multiple schools and eventually graduated from Freedom High School in Pennsylvania in 1990.
He later received a football scholarship to the University of Miami, where he played as a defensive tackle and was part of the 1991 national championship team.
Professional Wrestling Career
Johnson began his wrestling career in 1996 in the World Wrestling Federation (WWF). Initially performing as Rocky Maivia, he later adopted the persona "The Rock", becoming famous for his charisma and mic skills.
He achieved massive success in WWE, including:[3]
- 10-time world champion
- 2-time Intercontinental Champion
- 5-time Tag Team Champion
- 2000 Royal Rumble winner
- Sixth Triple Crown Champion
He headlined WrestleMania multiple times and was a key figure in WWE’s Attitude Era. After leaving full-time wrestling in 2004, he returned intermittently from 2011 onward.
Acting Career
Johnson began acting in the early 2000s, gaining recognition with The Mummy Returns (2001) and The Scorpion King (2002).
Some of his notable films include:
- Fast Five (2011) and the Fast & Furious franchise
- Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle (2017) and sequel
- Moana (2016) – voice of Maui
- San Andreas (2015)
- Rampage (2018)
- Red Notice (2021)
- Black Adam (2022)
He is known for action, comedy, and family films, and remains one of the highest-paid actors globally.
Business Ventures
Johnson is a successful entrepreneur and investor. His ventures include:
- Co-founder of Seven Bucks Productions
- Owner of Teremana Tequila
- Co-owner of the United Football League (UFL)
- Board member of TKO Group Holdings (parent of WWE and UFC)
He has also invested in multiple businesses and media ventures.
Personal Life
Johnson was previously married to Dany Garcia, with whom he has one daughter. He later married Lauren Hashian in 2019, and they have two daughters.[4]
He has spoken openly about his struggles with depression and advocates for mental health awareness.
Johnson holds American and Canadian citizenship and maintains strong ties to his Samoan heritage.
Achievements and Recognition
- Named among Time's 100 Most Influential People (2016, 2019)
- One of the highest-grossing actors of all time
- Multiple WWE championships and accolades
- Successful producer and entrepreneur[5]
References
- ↑ https://www.wwe.com/superstars/the-rock
- ↑ https://www.businessinsider.com/dwayne-johnson-biography-2014-7
- ↑ https://www.espn.co.uk/wwe/story/_/id/17167315/wwe-profile-page-rock
- ↑ https://www.jagranjosh.com/general-knowledge/dwayne-johnson-the-rock-biography-1685709611-1
- ↑ https://theblast.com/62782/dwayne-the-rock-johnson-praises-new-stone-cold-steve-austin-bio/