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What Is Dwayne Johnson’s Net Worth?
Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, a multifaceted American entertainer, boasts a net worth of $800 million as of March 2025. A significant portion of this wealth stems from his estimated 30-40% ownership stake in Teremana Tequila, a brand currently valued at approximately $2 billion. This tequila venture positions him as a likely future billionaire, potentially surpassing his earnings from his extensive entertainment career.
Earnings and Career Highlights
Beyond his entrepreneurial endeavors, Dwayne Johnson consistently ranks among the highest-paid entertainers globally, typically earning at least $100 million annually from films and endorsements. In 2013, his earnings reached $43 million, followed by $65 million in 2015. A peak earning period occurred between June 2017 and June 2018, during which he amassed $125 million, solidifying his status as the highest-paid actor in the world during that time.
Johnson’s transition from professional wrestling to acting began in the late 1990s and early 2000s. His role as The Scorpion King in “The Mummy Returns” (2001) and the subsequent spin-off film “The Scorpion King” (2002) marked a pivotal moment in his acting career. The latter, in particular, earned him $5.5 million, a record-breaking sum for a first-time leading actor. This film grossed $165 million worldwide against a budget of $60 million.
Subsequent film salaries reflect his growing star power. He received $12.5 million for “The Rundown” (2003) and $15 million for “Walking Tall” (2004). By 2018, his per-movie upfront salary exceeded $20 million with “Skyscraper.” His role in “Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs & Shaw” (2019) earned him $20 million, compared to his co-stars Jason Statham and Idris Elba who earned $13 million and $8 million respectively. In the same year, he secured $23.5 million each for “Jumanji: The Next Level” and “Red Notice.” His salary for “Jungle Cruise” (2021) was $22 million, followed by $22.5 million for “Black Adam” (2022). His largest upfront salary to date is $50 million for “Red One” (2023), surpassing Will Smith’s $40 million for “King Richard.”
During his involvement in the HBO series “Ballers,” Johnson’s salary was $650,000 per episode, amounting to $6.5 million per season (10 episodes).
Early Life and Wrestling Career
Born on May 2, 1972, in Hayward, California, Dwayne Johnson is the son of former professional wrestler Rocky Johnson. He received a full scholarship to the University of Miami, where he played football and was a member of the 1991 national championship-winning team. After college, he briefly played in the Canadian Football League for the Calgary Stampeders before transitioning to professional wrestling.
Johnson debuted in the WWF (now WWE) as Rocky Maivia in 1996. In 1997, he adopted the persona of “The Rock,” a charismatic villain. He won nine world heavyweight championships during his WWE career, which spanned from 1996 to 2004. In 2000, Johnson hosted Saturday Night Live for the first time, featuring appearances from fellow wrestlers The Big Show, Triple H, and Mick Foley.
He authored his autobiography, “The Rock Says,” which topped The New York Times Best Seller list upon its release in 2000 and remained there for several weeks.
Business Ventures and Investments
In 2012, Johnson and his former wife, Dany Garcia, co-founded Seven Bucks Productions. This company handles various aspects of his film career, from script selection to marketing, and manages his social media platforms, including Instagram and YouTube. Seven Bucks Productions has also produced films featuring other WWE stars like John Cena and mainstream actors. The company’s name originates from a low point in Johnson’s life when he had only seven dollars to his name after being cut from a Canadian Football team. Beyond film production, Seven Bucks Productions produced the 2019 comedy Shazam!, which did not feature The Rock at all. Seven Bucks also earned production credit for his movies Baywatch, Rampage, Skyscraper, and Jumanji.
Johnson has secured endorsement deals with brands like Apple, Ford, and Under Armour. His collaboration with Under Armour includes a branded clothing line and headphone set.
In March 2020, Johnson and partners launched Teremana Tequila, with Mast-Jägermeister handling distribution. In its first year, the brand sold 300,000 cases and was projected to sell 600,000 cases in 2022. For context, when George Clooney and his partners sold Casamigos tequila to Diageo in 2017, their brand was selling 170,000 cases per year. Clooney and his partners sold Casamigos to Diageo for $1 billion. The Rock owns an estimated 30-40% stake in Teremana Tequila.
On January 23, 2024, Johnson was appointed to the board of TKO Group Holdings, Inc., a company formed by Endeavor’s merger of UFC and WWE. In conjunction with this appointment, Johnson received $30 million worth of TKO stock and the trademark rights to his name, “The Rock,” which had been owned by WWE since 2000. In the year prior to his appointment, Johnson earned $491,000 in royalty payments from WWE for the licensing of his name and likeness. He continues to earn royalties as a Board member.
Philanthropy and Real Estate
Johnson established the Dwayne Johnson Foundation in 2006, focusing on assisting terminally ill children. In 2007, he donated $1 million to the University of Miami to support the renovation of its football facility, the largest donation ever given to the university by a former student. The team’s locker room is named in his honor. He has also worked with the Make-A-Wish Foundation on several occasions.
In November 2019, Johnson acquired a 46-acre equestrian estate in Powder Springs, Georgia, for $9.5 million in cash. The property features a 15,000-square-foot home with eight bedrooms and six bathrooms. However, he listed this property for sale just 14 months later for $7.5 million, potentially incurring a $2 million loss. He previously owned a home near Fort Lauderdale, which he sold in 2019 for $4.5 million. In April 2021, Johnson purchased Paul Reiser’s Beverly Park mansion for $28.7 million.
Dwayne Johnson’s Net Worth Milestones
Dwayne Johnson’s financial growth has been notable. He was added to Celebrity Net Worth in December 2009 with a net worth of $30 million. By mid-2011, his net worth had surpassed $50 million. In September 2012, Celebrity Net Worth recognized him as the wealthiest wrestler globally, with a net worth of $75 million. By 2015, his net worth had reached $160 million, driven by strategic business ventures. His earnings of $125 million in the preceding year contributed to a net worth of $280 million in 2018. Between June 2018 and June 2019, he earned $90 million, raising his net worth to $320 million.
