Dwayne Johnson is well-known.
Dwayne Douglas Johnson ( born May 2 , 1972 ) , also known by his ring name , The Rock , is an American actor , producer , and professional wrestler . Currently signed to WWE on a part-time contract , Johnson gained mainstream fame in the World Wrestling Federation ( WWF , now WWE ) from 1996 to 2004 as a major figure in the company 's Attitude Era , and was the first third-generation wrestler in the company 's history . He has since appeared in various films , and become known for his ability to reinvigorate film franchises . Forbes listed Johnson No. 25 in the Top 100 Most Powerful Celebrities in 2013 . Time named him one of the 100 most influential people in the world in 2016 .