Dwayne Johnson aka The Rock’s First Career Choice Was a Failure

Dwayne Johnson is a living example of how hard work pays off. Johnson has put forth a lot of effort to get to where he is now. After establishing himself as a WWE icon, The Rock went on to pursue a career in Hollywood. Looking over Johnson’s career, it appears that he has been successful in every career path he has attempted. However, his first professional attempt in Hollywood was a failure.

Despite coming from a wrestling family, The Rock initially aspired to be a CIA agent before getting into wrestling or even football. He even studied criminology in college because of his passion.

‘The Great One’ shared a photo of himself in a football jersey in 2018, along with a caption explaining how he failed to become a CIA agent.

Additionally, in the caption he wrote, “Fun fact: in college, my goal was to eventually work for the CIA. Until my criminal justice professor and advisor (Dr. Paul Cromwell) convinced me that the best operative I could become for the agency is one that also had a law degree.”

Johnson felt it was a brilliant idea at first. On the other hand, obtaining a law degree is a difficult task, since admission to a respected law school requires students to have outstanding marks.

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Later, he realized his grades were below average and that he would be rejected from any reputable law school. Consequently, his dream of working for the CIA was shattered.

Dwayne Johnson aka The Rock’s WWE Career

Although Johnson’s first attempt at making a professional career failed. The Great One went on to become one of the biggest global superstars. At first, The Rock carried his family legacy and became a third-generation wrestler. The Rock made his WWE in 1996 and immediately he caught the eyes of the people.

The Rock was by far the most famous wrestler during the Attitude Era, which is remembered as the most significant time in WWE history. Before retiring, he rose to prominence and become one of WWE’s most notable figures.

He later went on to establish his career in Hollywood, where he skyrocketed to become one of the most famous and highest-paid actors.

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