Dwayne Johnson breaks down in heartbreaking confession

Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson has stunned fans with a raw confession about the heartbreaking bond he shared with his late father.

The 53-year-old megastar, famed for smash hits like Fast & Furious and Jumanji, has taken a sharp turn into grittier territory with The Smashing Machine.

Notably, the upcoming film is Benny Safdie’s hard-hitting biopic about MMA legend Mark Kerr.

While promoting the film at the Venice Film Festival, Johnson spoke openly about his fractured bond with his father, wrestling great Rocky Johnson.

In a brutally honest admission, he revealed he never looked to his dad for inspiration while preparing for the role.

“My dad was a tough man. His capacity for love was limited,” he confessed, admitting their relationship was scarred by distance and hard truths.

For those unfamiliar, Rocky, who rose to fame in the ’70s and ’80s, passed away in 2020.

Despite his glittering wrestling career, he and his son drifted apart and heartbreakingly, never made peace before his death.

Just last week, Johnson marked what would have been Rocky’s 80th birthday with a moving tribute, reflecting on the complexity of their relationship.

Now, with critics hailing his jaw-dropping physical and emotional transformation, the actor is already sparking Oscar buzz.

For the man who once ruled the box office with Moana, this could be his most powerful and personal performance yet.

Who is Dwayne Johnson’s partner?

The Rock is married to Lauren Hashian, a singer and music producer. The pair met in 2006, started dating in 2007, and tied the knot in Hawaii in 2019.

They share two daughters, Jasmine and Tiana, and keep family life at the heart of everything.

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