Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson’s Hollywood rise wasn’t without its challenges—and it turns out, one of his biggest obstacles was convincing his own agents of his potential. In a recent GQ interview, Johnson shared that he had to fire his agents early in his career when they dismissed his ambitions to surpass the success of icons like Will Smith and George Clooney.
Johnson began his journey in Hollywood in 2002 with The Scorpion King, but even then, he had a clear vision: he wanted to be at the top of the industry. When his agents expressed doubt, he made the bold choice to seek out representation that fully believed in his goals. Now, with over $4.5 billion in global box office earnings, Johnson has certainly proven his doubters wrong.
Reflecting on his path, Johnson emphasized that he intentionally chose roles and projects that would appeal to a wide audience, using his unique background to create his own style of success. Major hits like Moana, Jumanji, and the Fast & Furious series have cemented his place as a global superstar.
As Johnson gears up for the release of his latest film, Red One, on November 15, he’s a living example of what can happen when you don’t let anyone—agents included—limit your ambitions.
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