Discussions about Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson entering politics have surfaced once again, as he recently shared that multiple political parties reached out to gauge his interest in running for U.S. President in 2024. The former WWE star and Hollywood actor addressed this topic during an interview, shedding light on the conversations that took place behind the scenes.
A political poll conducted in 2021 showed that 46 percent of U.S. adults expressed support for a potential presidential campaign from Johnson. His thoughts on the matter were discussed in his appearance on Trevor Noah’s What Now? podcast, where the findings of that poll were brought up.
Dwayne Johnson Reacts to Political Interest
“That poll was fascinating, and it really impacted me,” Johnson remarked. “I was honestly taken aback and felt incredibly honored by the response.” He went on to reveal that by the end of 2022, representatives from various political parties approached him to discuss the possibility of a presidential run.
“Their backing was something I didn’t expect, and it caught me off guard,” he continued. “One by one, they reached out, referencing that poll while also presenting their own research. They made it clear that if I ever decided to take that path, I would be a genuine contender.”
Despite the enthusiasm surrounding the idea, Johnson admitted that entering the political arena was never part of his personal aspirations. “That entire experience was surreal, especially because politics has never been my ambition,” he said. “In fact, there’s a great deal about it that I really don’t like.”
Speculation about his potential presidential bid first emerged in 2017 when he mentioned in an interview with Variety that he would “100 percent consider” the possibility. However, in a later conversation with CBS Mornings, he made it clear that running for office was no longer in his plans.
Prioritizing Family Over Politics
“That option is completely off the table,” he stated, emphasizing the importance of his role as a father. “Being a dad comes first, especially at this crucial stage in my daughters’ lives.”
During his discussion with Noah, Johnson reflected on his experiences as a father, particularly with his eldest daughter, Simone. “She’s 22 now, and we always say that we grew up together,” he explained. “I understand what it means to be in a profession that constantly pulls you away from home.
As a full-time wrestler, I was on the road for about 230 matches a year when she was born, which meant missing out on milestones—birthdays, school drop-offs, and other important moments. I don’t want that to happen again with my younger daughters.”
He also touched on how this commitment to his family became a crucial part of the discussions with political representatives. “That was one of the biggest points I raised when we talked,” he said. “And their response was basically, ‘Well, others have figured out how to balance it.’”
Johnson is a father to three daughters. Simone, 22, is his child from his previous marriage to Dany Garcia, while Jasmine, 7, and Tiana, 5, are from his marriage to Lauren Hashian.
