Dwayne Douglas Johnson, widely known as The Rock, was born on May 2, 1972, in Hayward, California. He is the son of professional wrestler Rocky Johnson and Ata Johnson, giving him a rich heritage in the wrestling world, as his maternal grandfather, Peter Maivia, was also a renowned wrestler. Johnson’s mixed ancestry includes African-American and Samoan roots, and he holds Samoan citizenship through his mother

Growing up, Johnson moved frequently due to his father’s wrestling career, which instilled in him a passion for the sport. He excelled in football during high school and earned a full scholarship to the University of Miami, where he played as a defensive tackle and was part of the NCAA National Championship team. However, a back injury in 1995 derailed his aspirations of joining the NFL, prompting him to pursue a career in professional wrestling.

In his personal life, Johnson has been married twice; he shares a daughter, Simone, with his first wife, Dany Garcia, and has two daughters, Jasmine and Tiana, with his current wife, Lauren Hashian. Known for his philanthropy and motivational presence, Johnson has amassed a significant following on social media and remains a prominent figure in both wrestling and film.