Johnsons enormous popularity extends far beyond the wrestling world, with the California native having become one of Hollywoods most successful superstars, and widely popular across the world. It would be safe to say that hes the Hulk Hogan of our generation. So it seems Johnson inherited his incredible wrestling talent from both sides of his family. Trademark move: Three open handed punches, followed by a hand spitting motion, followed by a fourth punch which typically levelled the opponent. The couple married on May 3, 1997. [20][21] In 2012, he co-founded the entertainment production company Seven Bucks Productions,[22] and is co-owner of the XFL, a professional American football league. On Twitter, he's said he counts Merle Haggard, Johnny Paycheck, George Strait and Jamey Johnson among his favorite artists. 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[370] In 2009, he gained Canadian citizenship through his father's birth and citizenship there. [347] Johnson has expressed an interest in running for president himself, telling USA Today in February 2021 "I would consider a presidential run in the future if that's what the people wanted". He was a member of the Miami Hurricanes football team during his freshman year in 1991, and won that year's national championship. Uncle to wrestlers Jimmy (Jonathan Solofa Fatu) and Jey (Joshua Samuel Fatu) Also known as "The Usos". A multi-talented athlete, Johnson was part of his schools track, football and wrestling teams. He then lost the title rematch against Stone Cold Steve Austin at Backlash: In Your House on April 25, 1999. The Rock. It was known as the WWF Undisputed Championship during his seventh reign and as the WWE Championship during his eighth. [256][257] His return in 2001 did a 7.1 rating which was the highest rated segment of the entire year. He said she stopped their car on a Nashville highway and tried to walk into oncoming traffic. [322], In 2021, his biographical comedy-drama series Young Rock began airing on NBC. That makes him a descendant of the African-Americans who left the United States along with the British after the end of the American Revolution, having chosen to side with their captors. Johnsons distinguished family heritage and strong genes have helped him become a master at whatever trade he takes up. Johnson's role within The Fast and the Furious franchise continued with Hobbs & Shaw, co-starring Johnson and Jason Statham. When Johnson debuted in WWE as Rocky Maivia in 1996, he wasn't exactly a fan favorite. (December 12, 2017) Announced that he and his girlfriend Lauren are expecting their second daughter in Spring 2018. The Rock, who is reportedly the highest-paid actor in the world, is also well-known for his philanthropic endeavors. First movie experience at 8-years-old was. In 1999, the Rock was listed No. Originally cast in the role as early as September 2014 as the antagonist, in a film centered around the superhero Billy Batson/Shazam,[324][325] his villainous role for Shazam! Johnson's first film appearance was in The Mummy Returns (2001). Dwayne Johnson was the first third-generation wrestler in the World Wrestling Federation (WWF, now WWE). [108] Rock and Mankind would win the tag titles for the third and final time after beating the New Age Outlaws on the October 14, 1999, episode of SmackDown! The Rock won the WWF Championship for the first time in 1998 (the same year as fellow wrestling legends Stone Cold Steve Austin and Mick Foley). The next year, he was on Star Trek: Voyager as an alien wrestler that used the Rock's famous moves.[223]. They apparently first heard the nickname when Johnson's parents came to visit and his mom called him by that name in front of everyone. [2][166], Throughout the rest of the year, The Rock made occasional appearances, returning to a face character. [85][86] A "double turn" then occurred as the Rock turned heel again after allying with Vince and Shane McMahon as the crown jewel of their stable, The Corporation, after the McMahons betrayed Mankind. I grew up in the business. Competed in the Royal Rumble match four times ('97, '98, 2000, 2001), winning in 2000. [250] R. D. Reynolds stated in his book "The WrestleCrap Book of Lists" that the Rock was "the biggest star for WWE from 1999 until 2004".[251]. 13 in People Magazine's 50 Favorite TV Stars. and won them back from them on the September 20, 1999, episode of Raw is War. According to Forbes, his estimated earnings for 2016 was approximately $64.5 million making him the highest paid actor for that year. The Horizon Award is a special recognition from the Joint Leadership of the United States Congress and the Congressional Award Board of Directors. [245], As of November2021[update], his Instagram account is the fourth most-followed in the world with over 280 million followers. [222], In 1999, Johnson appeared on That '70s Show as his father Rocky Johnson. The rights to the name "The Rock" were previously owned by WWE, Inc. (which is the main reason why, Once, while putting on a show for WWF road agent Pat Patterson, sold his opponent's moves so well, his then-girlfriend. [258] Raw 1000 was the highest rated Raw episode of 2012 and his segment with CM Punk and Daniel Bryan was the highest rated segment of the show. With his wife, donated $2 million to the University of Miami for the new Robert and Judi Prokop Newman Alumni Center's living room, to be named "The Dany and Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson Living Room". [102] They became WWF Tag Team Champions for the first time after defeating The Undertaker and Big Show for the titles on the August 30, 1999, episode of Raw is War. [87][88], In the main event of the January 4, 1999, episode of Raw Is War, Mankind defeated the Rock for the championship after interference from Stone Cold Steve Austin. [306][307] A sequel to the box-office hit San Andreas was announced to be in the pre-production stage with the director of the first film, Brad Peyton, returning as director along with the main cast (marking the fourth collaboration between the two following Journey 2, San Andreas, and Rampage). On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. Johnsons mother is Samoan, while his father is of Black Nova Scotian heritage. Congratulations to The Rock!The 'Baywatch' star is on the cover of the new comedy issue of GQ Magazine.While much of the interview focuses on whether or not The Rock (real name Dwayne Johnson) could win a Presidential election, as well as his patriotism and his thoughts on the current administration . All 3 matches were for the WWF championship. He then vowed to once again become WWE Champion. Had my first crush (see what you could've had Eve??!) Dwayne Douglas Johnson aka Dwayne Johnson was born in Hayward, California on 2nd May, 1972. The Rock for the WWE Championship", "WWE Champion Stone Cold Steve Austin def. WWE enthusiasts are in mourning as Rocky "Soulman" Johnson esteemed wrestler and father of Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson has passed away at age 75, according to TMZ. To say the Rock doesn't count as a Black champion is essentially saying Barack Obama isn't the first Black president due to his mixed heritage. It wouldnt be wrong to say that weve been caught between a Rock and a wonderful place ever since 1996. [122][123] The Rock successfully defended the championship against Chris Benoit, on July 23, at Fully Loaded. [239][3][224] The movie's financial success led to Johnson's first leading role in the spin-off The Scorpion King (2002). Johnson wrestled for the WWF for eight years prior to pursuing an acting career. [303][304] The film, co-starring Gal Gadot and Ryan Reynolds, began production in the fall of 2019. When he tried to do a post-show speech for the crowd, the fans at Nassau Coliseum still booed him. ", "Dwayne Johnson's 'Red Notice' Pushed Back 5 Months to Fall 2020", "Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson Might Just BE The BUSIEST Celeb In The Business! Dwayne's mother is of Samoan background. 5 on Entertainment Weekly's Top 12 Entertainers of the Year. was re-worked into two separate films. In the end, it came down to a one-on-one between the Rock and Stone Cold Steve Austin. He was assigned to Calgary's practice roster, but was cut two months into Calgary's 1995 season. [344], Johnson voted for Barack Obama in the 2008 and 2012 presidential elections. His maternal grandfather was wrestler "High Chief" Peter Maivia, and . [160] There, he had various small feuds, including one with The Hurricane. 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[90][91] On January 31, during an episode of Sunday Night Heat, the Rock and Mankind participated in an Empty Arena match, a match that took place in an arena with 22,000 empty seats where any part of the facility could be used to contest the match. The attraction made riders extras in an action movie that starred Johnson. Publicity Listings The Rock then aligned with McMahon and the WWF. He is best known as The Rock, the ring name he used while wrestling in the WWE and became a 10-time world champion. Apart from establishing his own foundation for terminally-ill and at-risk children, he has time and again donated thousands of dollars for relief efforts from hurricanes and floods. Dwayne is a skilled light tackle salt water fisherman. The Rock then pinned Austin, giving Team WWF the victory and forcing The Alliance to disband. [199][200], On April 7, at WrestleMania 29, Rock lost the WWE Championship to Cena, ending his reign at 70 days. Johnson headlined the most-bought professional wrestling pay-per-view (WrestleMania XXVIII) and was featured among the most watched episodes of WWE's flagship television series (Raw and SmackDown).[16][17]. In 2012 and '13 he came out of retirement to wrestle John Cena at 'Mania twice, both matches were also the main event. Born: 2-May-1972 Birthplace: Hayward, CA. [313], On March 16, 2021, he appeared for the first time as The Foundation in Fortnite Battle Royale. As revenge for the Attitude Adjustment Cena had given him on Raw, Rock hit Cena with the Rock Bottom, allowing The Miz to pin him and retain the WWE Championship. Growing up, he considered what his father did, "wrestling"; he once tried amateur wrestling, and found he did not like this. Between the Rock, who is reportedly the highest-paid actor in the world wrestling Federation ( WWF, now ). Page across from the Joint Leadership of the Miami Hurricanes football team during his freshman year 1991... 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