Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson is easily one of the most recognizable characters in today's media. He is a former professional wrestler (might I add 8-time WWE Champion) and was the world's highest-paid actor in 2016 (Forbes.com). In addition, he is the heartthrob of females all over the country, and the envy of each man around those females.
Here are 10 reasons why Dwayne Johnson is the man I want to be like in 2017.
1. He simply kicks ass.
It's incredibly easy to see how "The Rock" earned his name: he is a rock-solid competitor in everything he competes in, whether it's a squared-circle or in front of the camera. Watch The Rock lay the smackdown on some the best competitors in WWE history and see why he is called "the most electrifying man in sports entertainment." Nobody has ever delivered so many beatings with such charisma.
2. He is 44 but looks 22.
Dwayne Johnson is the epitome of what years of hard work and dedication to your body can do. The man is 44 years old and looks better than most guys half of his age. He is constantly posting videos and stories on Instagram about how working out anchors him down and keeps him dedicated. He takes care of himself — most men can't say they are in their prime at 44.
3. He is the hardest worker in the room.
Followers of The Rock's social media platforms recognize his "hardest worker in the room" mantra off the bat: the man lives and breathes to outdo all of his competitors. He always encourages his fans to stay dedicated and "put in the work," no matter what they are doing. From waking up at 4:00 am to start his day with training, to shooting late into the night for his next movie, Dwayne Johnson is a man that never sleeps.
4. He is a patriot.
Throughout all of his success, Dwayne Johnson still finds time in his busy schedule to give back to the men and women who support this country, which is all something we can learn to improve on. He even hosted an entertainment event called "Rock the Troops" free of charge for 45,000 troops and their families, with household names like Kevin Hart and Flo Rida headlining.
5. He is the fitness idol of thousands.
All it takes is a few minutes of watching The Rock workout to make you want to get your grind on. I can personally say from my experience in the gym that Dwayne Johnson has inspired thousands of people to train to look just like him. Most Hollywood actors only look good for a particular role, but Dwayne Johnson maintains figure all year round. The Rock is the man's man, if ya' smell what I'm cookin'?
6. He is always cool, calm, and collected.
Whether he is cutting promos in the WWE, performing as Luke Hobbs in the "Fast and Furious" franchise, or speaking in front of thousands of people, Dwayne Johnson is a man that knows how to keep his cool. Not only is he an outstanding speaker, but he can take on any role and master it — hence the highest paid actor honor.
7. He makes millions and works like he is broke.
The Rock has shared his rags-to-riches story with everyone, including Oprah Winfrey and his millions (and millions) of followers. He has shared snippets of his past life before his success, including scrapping by with almost nothing, overcoming injuries, and having no money. He reminds us that being humble is necessary whether you make $40,000 or $4,000,000.
8. He is comfortable as he is.
Granted, most multimillionaires with millions of adoring fans and blockbuster popularity are typically comfortable. However, through all of his highs and lows, Dwayne Johnson has expressed that a key to his success was being comfortable being a unique individual. Sometimes, especially as men, we try to fit a mold or character, when we should be authentic and original (like The Rock).
Between the crazy workouts and unmatched work ethic, Dwayne Johnson is definitely the man to emulate during 2017 whether you are a man or woman.
