Dwayne Johnson
Biography
Born 05/02/1972
Actor Dwayne Johnson started his showbiz career as “The Rock,” one of the most decorated champions in the Worldwide Wrestling Federation and one of the its most popular characters, before applying his commanding presence and personal charisma into a successful film acting career. A bona fide...
Dwayne Johnson's biography
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Highlights
- In 2009, Played a leading role in "Race to Witch Mountain," a re-imagining of the original 1975 film "Escape to Witch Mountain"
- In 2008, Cast opposite Steve Carell in the feature adaptation of Mel Brooks and Buck Henry's 1960s spy parody series, "Get Smart"
- In 2007, Co-starred in Richard Kelly's ensemble film, "Southland Tales"
Family & Companions
- Peter Fanene Maivia: grandfather (Maternal grandfather; was reportedly one of the first Samoan professional wrestlers; went by the name "High Chief" Peter Maivia; appeared in the James Bond movie "You Only Live Twice" (1967))
- Rocky Johnson: father (African-Canadian; appeared with World Wrestling Federation (WWF) in the late 1970s and 1980s; went by the name "Soulman" Rocky Johnson)
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