Kaylah Walton
In a significant development earlier this year, WWE struck a monumental $5 billion deal with Netflix, expanding its global reach immensely. As part of this historic deal, Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson (52) has been appointed to the Board of Directors of TKO Group Holdings, a media conglomerate formed by the merger of World Wrestling Entertainment, Inc. (WWE) and Zuffa, the parent company of the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC).
Following the massive success of WrestleMania XL, where “The Rock” was a headliner, the WWE released the WrestleMania XL ‘Behind the Curtains’ documentary. This exclusive one-hour special gives viewers a behind-the-scenes look at the intense preparations leading up to WrestleMania XL, which has been hailed as one of the greatest ever by experts and fans. The documentary showcases Johnson alongside wrestling stars like Cody Rhodes, Roman Reigns, Seth “Freakin” Rollins, and Triple H. A particularly moving moment in the documentary shows Johnson in tears as he gazes at a picture of his late father, Rocky Johnson, who has been a significant inspiration in his life.
Rocky Johnson, who passed away on January 15, 2020, at the age of 75, was a Canadian professional wrestler. In 1983, he and his partner Tony Atlas became the first black champions in WWE history. After retiring in 1991, Rocky Johnson, along with Pat Patterson, trained his son Dwayne in wrestling, laying the groundwork for his illustrious career. Dwayne Johnson has since transitioned into a successful actor, film producer, and businessman. Recognized by Time magazine as one of the world’s most influential people in both 2016 and 2019.
Dwayne Johnson continues to make waves in WWE and the entertainment industry. He is gearing up to star in the upcoming Christmas action movie, Red One, scheduled for a November 2024 release. With his new role on TKO’s Board of Directors and his ongoing contributions to the entertainment realm, Johnson’s impact remains as strong as ever.
