Dwayne Johnson: American Actor
Biography
Full Name: Dwayne Douglas Johnson
Nickname: The Rock
Date of Birth: May 2, 1972
Place of Birth: Hayward, California, USA
Nationality: American
Profession: Actor, Producer, Businessman, Former Professional Wrestler
Height: 6 feet 5 inches (1.96 m)
Early Life and Education
Dwayne Johnson was born into a family of professional wrestlers. His father , Rocky Johnson,
was a pioneering Black Canadian wrestler, and his grandfather, Peter Maivia, was a Samoan wrestling legend. Raised in a wrestling environment, Johnson moved frequently during childhood and faced challenges including poverty and run-ins with the law.
He attended Freedom High School in Pennsylvania, where he excelled in football and athletics. He received a full football scholarship to the University of Miami, playing as a defensive lineman and winning a national championship in 1991. He graduated with a Bachelor's degree in Criminology and Physiology.
Family
Dwayne Johnson was married to Dany Garcia (1997–2008), with whom he shares a daughter, Simone Johnson. In 2019, he married Lauren Hashian, a singer-songwriter. They have two daughters: Jasmine and Tiana.
Career
Wrestling Career
Johnson debuted in WWE in 1996 as “Rocky Maivia” but soon transformed into the charismatic persona “The Rock.” His magnetic personality and catchphrases made him one of wrestling's biggest superstars. He won 10 world championships, including multiple WWE Championships, and became a pop culture icon.
Acting Career
Dwayne transitioned into acting in the early 2000s, first with The Mummy Returns (2001) and its spin-off The Scorpion King (2002). He quickly became one of Hollywood's top action stars.
Major films include:
Fast & Furious series (2011–2021)
Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle (2017) and Jumanji: The Next Level (2019)
Moana (2016 – voice of Maui)
San Andreas, Rampage, Skyscraper
Black Adam (2022)
He is also the co-founder of Seven Bucks Productions , a company producing many of his projects.
Net Worth
As of 2024, Dwayne Johnson's net worth is estimated at around $800 million. His income comes from acting, producing, wrestling, business ventures (including Teremana Tequila, ZOA Energy, Under Armor collaboration), and endorsements.
Awards and Honours
People's Choice Awards – Multiple wins
Teen Choice and Kids' Choice Awards – Multiple wins
Hollywood Walk of Fame Star – 2017
Named Time's 100 Most Influential People (several years)
NAACP Image Awards, MTV Movie Awards, Guinness World Records
Legacy
Dwayne Johnson has transformed from a wrestling icon into a global entertainment and business powerhouse. Known for his work ethic, charisma, humility, and philanthropy, he continues to inspire millions around the world.
