Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson Is the Highest Paid Actor in the World

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According to The Guardian, Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, the wrestler-turned-musician-turned-actor is currently the world’s highest paid actor. A surprise to most considering at first thought, such a title would go to someone who’s dedicated their entire life to film from the get-go. However, take a closer look at the Rock’s career, and everything starts to make more sense. He’s been smart about his personal branding and re-branding since the early days, choosing who he works with wisely, and has become a rather versatile actor considering the unexpected types of blockbusters he’s been a part of. On top of it all, he has a highly likable and entertaining social media presence.

To see the full break-down of his career leading up to the title, read about it here.

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