Athletes Who Made It Big in Hollywood

Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson overcame a tough childhood with an often-absent wrestler father. His athleticism took him to the University of Miami’s football team and a brief run in the Canadian Football League before injuries ended his career.

Wrestling became his next move, launching him into superstardom with WWE. His acting debut was fitting—playing his father on That ’70s Show. Soon, Hollywood took notice, leading to blockbuster roles in The Fast and the Furious franchise and HBO’s Ballers.