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Dwayne 'The Rock' Jonhson Once Held World Record For Most Selfies In 3 Minutes

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By Favour Adegoke on November 1, 2021 at 5:30 AM EDT

From WWE legend to Hollywood's A-list star, this actor has come a long way. He is one of the rare superstars who successfully transformed his profession from superstar wrestler to movie star.

Dwayne Johnson has broken several records throughout his career. This includes being named one of Timer Magazine's 100 "Most Influential People" in 2016 and winning the MTV Generation Award in 2019.

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Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson heads to a movie set in Santa Monica
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Johnson, a.k.a The Rock, is known for being extraordinary, whether it's constructing the best bodies or playing the lead role in one biggest franchises.

And have you ever imagined someone setting a Guinness World Record by taking selfies? Well, Johnson has one, and you'd know all about it if you scroll for more details below.

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Johnson Set The World Record For Most Selfies In 2015

Johnson was famous for being extra even from his wrestling days. He has been a fighter, actor, producer, and even writer. He authored his autobiography, "The Rock Says," which became one of New York's Best Sellers.

He also founded his production company called "Seven Bucks Productions," but that's not all.

Johnson had always been a fan of his fans. His love for his admirers was so intense that he established а global selfie record in 2015. With 105 fans, he set the Guinness World Record for the most selfies taken in three minutes at the opening of his film Sаn Andreаs.

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Johnson had officials on hand to guarantee that all selfies were qualified. The goal was to ensure he featured the fan's complete fасе and neck. After he broke the record officially, the actor rushed to Instagram to celebrate. "The global premiere of Sаn Andreаs and rewriting the record books all in one night," he wrote.

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Dwayne Johnson, The Global Brand, And Fan Favorite

Johnson has gone above and beyond to show his love for his fans through acts of kindness, selfies, and interviews.

Per Insider, Johnson enjoyed donating his time and energy to various charities, including a special "Rock the Troops" performance he staged in 2016. During this event, he honored military troops by bringing together a diverse group of big-name singers, including Jack Black and Nick Jonas.

He also enjoys making fun of himself. The Hollywood star frequently re-posts amusing memes and photos, like the famous pic of a younger him wearing a fanny pack.

It is his readiness to make fun of himself and other authorities that are amazing to see. He has made himself loved by many fans by keeping his humble demeanor, and it appears that the superstar will retain his fan-favorite position in the following years.

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Dwayne Johnson's Early Life And Career

Dwayne Douglas Johnson was born on May 2, 1972, in California, Hayward. He is the son of retired professional wrestlers Rocky Johnson and Ata Johnson.

Johnson was raised in Grey Lynn, New Zealand, with his mother's family. He played rugby and attended Richmond Road Primary School before he moved to the United States.

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He attended Miami University, where he earned a national football scholarship in 1991. He wanted to be a professional football player but went undrafted in the 1995 NFL Draft. Coming from a family of professional wrestlers, he signed a deal with the WWE in 1996.

He became a 10-time world champion, a two-time Intercontinental Champion, a five-time Tag Team Champion, the winner of the 2000 Royal Rumble, and many others. He journeyed to pursue entertainment, and his first lead role was in "The Scorpion King" in 2002, and the rest is history.

Dwayne Johnson's Journey to Hollywood

Johnson rose to prominence as a wrestler in the mid-1990s, competing for the World Wrestling Foundation and established himself as an over-the-top athlete with a flamboyant demeanor.

Over time, it became evident that wrestling alone would not be enough to keep Johnson fulfilled. In 2002, he had a huge cinematic debut in "The Scorpion King," leading to a successful Hollywood career.

He left the WWE two years later, in 2004, to focus on his film career. Johnson eventually returned to wrestling several times as a part-time performer or guest star in the years that followed. However, it was his work in the entertainment world that catapulted his career to the next level.

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He has starred in major Hollywood blockbusters such as "San Andreas," "Central Intelligence," "Hercules," "Skyscraper," "Jungle Cruise," and the "Fast and Furious franchise."

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