Dwayne [The Rock] Johnson, an American pro wrestler, actor, and producer, was born in Hayward, California in 1972.
Dwayne Douglas Johnson was born on May 2, 1972, in Hayward, California, USA. Rocky Johnson, his father, was a professional wrestler, and his mother, Ata Maivia, was the daughter of a wrestler. His father is of Black Nova Scotian descent, while his mother is of Samoan descent, which explains his unique appearance. Dwayne Johnson is a professional wrestler turned actor best recognised for his role in 'The Mummy Returns,' a fantasy adventure film. Johnson was a highly successful professional wrestler before venturing into movies, and he is also known by his ring moniker, 'The Rock.' Born from a wrestling family, it's no wonder that he built a name for himself in the sport.
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