Republican consultant Roger Stone claimed in a recent interview that Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson fired his stuntman on the spot after suggesting that Johnson could benefit from Stone’s political advice. Stone, a close associate of former President Donald Trump, described an encounter with the stunt double at a gym and claimed that the actor and wrestler aspired to run for political office. Johnson’s political views have come under scrutiny recently, particularly after he announced that he would not be endorsing President Joe Biden in the 2024 presidential election due to concerns about causing division.
Stone recounted the incident with Johnson’s stunt double during an interview with conspiracy theorist Alex Jones, where he criticized the actor for rejecting his political advice and firing the stunt double. Jones also lashed out at Johnson, calling him a “disgusting person” for his actions. Stone went on to mention that the late O.J. Simpson had also spoken negatively about him, but he chooses to pray for him and the people he believes Simpson harmed. Newsweek reached out to Johnson’s publicist for comment on the incident.
While endorsing Biden in the 2020 election, Johnson described himself as a political independent and centrist, emphasizing the importance of that year’s election. He did not express support for Trump during the interview, and he did not indicate whether this year’s election holds the same significance as the previous one. Despite rumors of his interest in running for office, Johnson clarified that he is not a politician and is not interested in politics. A poll conducted in 2021 suggested that almost half of Americans would support Johnson in a presidential election.
The interview with Stone sheds light on Johnson’s political aspirations and his decision not to endorse Biden in the upcoming election. While Johnson has expressed interest in political office in the past, he maintains that he is not a politician and has no plans to run for office. The incident with his stunt double, as recounted by Stone, reflects tensions within the political landscape and Johnson’s approach to engaging with different viewpoints. As the actor continues to navigate his public image and potential political future, his actions and statements will continue to be scrutinized by the public and media.
