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Dwayne Johnson, popularly known as the Rock, has always been a symbol of success and determination. From his early days as a professional wrestler to his current status as the Hollywood megastar, Johnson’s journey has been full of ups and downs. However, amidst his staggering net worth of $800 million, he reveals he still faces the anxiety from his financial struggles before becoming a big shot.

During Oprah Winfrey’s visionary tour, The Rock was one of her special guests. Johnson revealed various unknown stories from his struggling days to the audience and how it still has an impact on his personality.

Johnson reveals that he still has the same mentality and it has not changed with his achievements

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During an interview with Oprah in 2020, Rock revealed that he has the same mentality when it comes to finance. He expressed that he still feels that they might get evicted and his fears about the same have not changed.

He said, “Family we laugh at it but I feel this way like well you know we’re a month away from being evicted I gotta go to work like I still have that image I still have that in my head you know where but it it keeps you grounded by the way yeah yeah because I that’s why the the most this and the most that again its wonderful but the alternative is what I once was.”

Despite his immense wealth and recognition, the actor still pushes himself to work hard. Johnson reveals that he pushes himself to work hard as if they were a month away from being evicted.

According to him, the perspective drives him and motivates him to work harder and stay grounded. Having faced financial crises, Johnson says he never takes success for granted.

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Johnson’s humble upbringing and financial difficulties have undoubtedly played a role in shaping his mentality. Before rising to fame, he faced numerous challenges, including his apartment being evicted. It serves as a constant reminder to him and determines him to give his best. The Hollywood actor also shared a tidbit about his childhood when he revealed which prominent actor established himself as Johnson’s favorite?

 The Rock reveals his childhood’s all-time favorite actor

Johnson, on various occasions, has talked about his admiration for his favorite actor, Clint Eastwood. Whenever Johnson is questioned about his role model in Hollywood, without hesitating, he answers Clint Eastwood.

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Johnson praised Eastwood’s versatility and ability to transition into various characters. Clint is famous for his iconic roles in movies like “Dirty Harry”, “The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly” and “Gran Torino”. Eastwood has captured the minds of the audience with his memorable characters.

Recently, Johnson had the chance to meet Eastwood at the Oscars. Defining his experience, he told he was “speechless” after meeting Eastwood.

Fans love Johnson for his humble nature and down-to-earth attitude. He often shares his stories and addresses various issues with his fans.

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Through his social media presence and videos, Johnson always tries to spread positive awareness about mental health and to inculcate a positive mentality in life? What do you make of the mindset The Rock leads when it comes to matters of finance? Let us know in the comments section below.

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