Dwayne Johnson

Dwayne Johnson is an American actor and former professional wrestler, also known as "The Rock." Johnson initially gained fame as a professional wrestler in the WWE (World Wrestling Entertainment). He would later transition to a successful acting career, becoming one of the highest-grossing box office stars. Beyond acting, Johnson is also a successful entrepreneur and philanthropist, involved in various business ventures and charitable activities. His career trajectory from wrestling icon to Hollywood superstar has made him one of the highest-paid and most influential personalities in the entertainment industry today.

Like his father, Dwayne also got into wrestling early in life, but everything changed after he started getting Hollywood roles.

• Dwayne Douglas Johnson was born on May 2, 1972, in Hayward, California, USA.
• Grew up surrounded by wrestling and spent time backstage at wrestling events with his father and grandfather.
• Played football in high school and college, showcasing his athleticism and strength.
• Attended the University of Miami on a football scholarship, where he played defensive tackle.
• Graduated with a Bachelor of General Studies degree in criminology and physiology.
• Initially pursued a career in football but turned to professional wrestling, following in his father's footsteps.
• Joined the WWE (then WWF) in 1996, adopting the ring name "Rocky Maivia" as a tribute to his father and grandfather.

Dwayne Johnson is a family man, and he tends to reminisce about his father a lot publicly.

• Dwayne Johnson married Lauren Hashian, a singer-songwriter, on August 18, 2019, in Hawaii. They have been together since 2007.
• Together, they have two daughters, Jasmine Lia Johnson (born December 16, 2015) and Tiana Gia Johnson (born April 17, 2018).
• He was previously married to film producer and businesswoman Dany Garcia. 
• Together, they had one child, Simone Alexandra Johnson (born August 14, 2001).
• Simones is currently signed to WWE under the ring name Ava.
• His father, Rocky Johnson, was a professional wrestler.
• His mother, Ata Johnson, is the daughter of wrestler Peter Maivia.
• Dwayne Johnson has two brothers, Curtis Bowles and Wanda Bowles, from his mother's previous marriage.