Dwayne Johnson

  • Name: Dwayne Johnson
  • Date of Birth: May 02, 1972
  • Place of Birth: Hayward, California
Mini-bio: Dwayne Douglas Johnson (born May 2, 1972) is an actor and former professional wrestler. Known for his time in World Wrestling Entertainment as The Rock, he continues to use the monicker as an actor.
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Johnson first gained mainstream fame as a standout in the World Wrestling Federation (now World Wrestling Entertainment). He was originally known in the promotion as Rocky Maivia, in homage to his father, Rocky Johnson, and his maternal grandfather, High Chief Peter Maivia (both of whom were also wrestlers, which led him to be billed as the first third generation wrestler in the history of the World Wrestling Federation). After largely retiring from the ring to begin a successful acting career in 2002, Johnson retained the name "The Rock".
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Replace this image with an actor photoDwayne 'The Rock' Johnson mini-bio: Dwayne Douglas Johnson (born May 2, 1972) is an actor and former professional wrestler. Known for his time in World Wrestling Entertainment as The Rock, he continues to use the monicker as an actor. Johnson first gained mainstream fame as a standout in the World Wrestling Federation (now World Wrestling Entertainment). He was originally known in the promotion as Rocky Maivia, in homage to his father, Rocky Johnson, and his maternal grandfather, High Chief Peter Maivia (both of whom were also wrestlers, which led him to be billed as the first third generation wrestler in the history of the World Wrestling Federation). After largely retiring from the ring to begin a successful acting career in 2002, Johnson retained the name "The Rock".

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Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson Information: Dwayne The Rock Johnson as been in many films such as Tooth fairy and Planet 51.
Full Name: Dwayne Douglas Johnson
Eye Color: Brown
Height: 6' 4"
Nickname(s): 'The Rock', The People's Champion, The Brahma Bull, The Great One
Notable feature(s):
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In early 2003, Dwayne traveled to Hawaii to have his family history tattooed on him—a Samoan tradition. Here, for the first time. he reveals the tattoo and the meanings behind it.

A) These are coconut leaves, or niu, which denote a Samoan chief-warrior.

B) This is /a—the sun—which brings good fortune.

C) This isa/ga fa'atasi (three people in one), That's me with my arms open. As it continues on my chest, it connects to my o lo'u to'a/ua (my wife, Dany) and my o lo'u afafine (my daughter, Simone Alexandra).

D) These descending swirls represent past, present and future, with the future becoming ever bigger. The pattern continues under my arm, where its meaning is written: "It changes in the place where it is found to be gone."

E) These two eyes, called o mata e lua, represent my ancestors watching over my path.

F) This is the Great Eye, It's an intimidating symbol that allows its user to possess the spirit of his enemy. The eye is used to distract the enemy in a confrontation.

G) This broken face, marked by shark teeth—a symbol of strength—is my spirit protector and a symbol of my struggle.

H) This is the priest and spiritual guide, who raises a warrior to enlightenment and supernatural power under the eyes of the warrior's ancestors.

I ) These are stones of achievement and abundance. They're the foundation of my life and symbols of my dedication, They bring the right to stand and speak with honor as a Tula Fale—a high "talking chief—and they maintain mana, or supernatural power.

J) This is a tortoise shell, to deflect evil spirits. Warriors used shells as shields.
Education:
  • Schools attended: Shepherd Glen School, Freedom High School, University of Miami(90-94)
  • Degrees: Graduated from the University of Miami with a degree in Criminology
  • Football accomplishments: Played football when he was fourteen at Freedom High in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. By senior year at Freedom High, he was considered one of the best defensive tackles in Pennsylvania. He was scouted by Dennis Erickson, the head coach at the University of Miami and offered a four-year football scholarship with the Miami Hurricanes. As a defensive tackle, he won a National Championship with Miami in 1991. After his graduation at Miami, he signed a contract with the CFL team, Calgary Stampede. A back injury ended any NFL aspirations.
Family: Dany Johnson (ex-wife), Simone Alexandra Johnson (daughter), Rocky Johnson (father), Peter Maivia (grandfather), Solofa Fatu Jr. (cousin), Rodney Anoai (cousin), Hiram Garcia (ex-brother-in-law), Jared (stepbrother)
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Political affiliation: Republican
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Charities/Causes: Dwayne has supported the following charities and causes:
  • Beacon Experience
  • Dwayne Johnson Rock Foundation

  • Make-A-Wish Foundation

  • Make The Difference Network

  • Parkinson Society Maritime Region

  • Red Cross
  • Rush Philanthropic Arts Foundation

  • Until There's a Cure
Dwayne has supported the following causes:

AIDS, At-Risk/Disadvantaged Youths, Cancer, Children, Creative Arts, Disaster Relief, Education, Health, Human Rights
Other: Fear of Spiders



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