Donald Trump reveals he won over a major Hollywood celebrity whose endorsement could 'rock' the election
WASHINGTON, DC: Donald Trump has hinted at securing a game-changing endorsement from one of the most influential celebrities in Hollywood and professional wrestling.
During a recent podcast appearance, Trump revealed his surprise at winning the admiration of Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson, a massive star with an even bigger social media presence, the Daily Mail reported.
The potential endorsement could significantly sway the tight race against Vice President Kamala Harris in Trump's favor just as election season intensifies.
Donald Trump recalls The Rock's admiration for him after Butler assassination attempt
Donald Trump appeared on WWE legend The Undertaker's podcast 'Six Feet Under with Mark Calawayon' on Monday, October 21, and opened up about his previously rocky relationship with Johnson.
The two have had a somewhat uncertain dynamic, but Trump shared a surprising turn of events that could have major implications for his 2024 campaign.
"I never thought he liked me, and I felt badly because I think he's a terrific guy," Trump admitted during the interview.
He explained that a pivotal moment came when he received an unexpected call from UFC president Dana White, who relayed Johnson’s newfound admiration for Trump.
This occurred after an assassination attempt on Trump’s life during a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, on July 13.
In a stunning display of defiance, Trump raised his fist in the air, which reportedly caught Johnson’s attention. According to Trump, White informed him that Johnson was impressed by how he handled the situation and was eager to reach out.
"Dana White said, when I was shot — took a shot to the ear, you may have heard about it — Rock called Dana and said, ‘I want to have his number. What he did is sort of incredible,’" Trump recounted on the 'Six Feet Under' podcast.
Johnson’s reaction to Trump’s resilience reportedly left a strong impression. "He considered it bravery," Trump added, before downplaying the moment. "To me, I considered it, 'What's going on here?' But it was very nice, the Rock."
This moment of admiration is significant, as Johnson has kept his political stance under wraps leading into the 2024 election. His voice could be a key factor in shifting public opinion, particularly given the overwhelming size of his fanbase.
The Rock endorsed Joe Biden in 2020 election cycle
If Dwayne Johnson were to publicly endorse Donald Trump, it would mark a sharp contrast to his position in the previous election cycle.
In 2020, Johnson endorsed Joe Biden, but it seems his political views have evolved since then.
Johnson has stayed largely silent on his preferences for 2024 despite earlier voicing dissatisfaction with the country’s direction and admitting that his support for Biden caused division.
Johnson’s social media reach is massive. The actor and former wrestler boasts 395 million followers on Instagram, far surpassing pop sensation Taylor Swift’s 283 million followers.
Swift’s political influence, particularly among younger voters, is widely acknowledged, and she has openly backed Vice President Kamala Harris for president in the current election.
A high-profile endorsement from Johnson would create a rival force of similar magnitude, with the potential to significantly sway public opinion.
The question now is whether Johnson will step into the political spotlight once again—this time on Trump’s side.
His comments at a Florida conference last month provided a glimpse of his changing perspective. "Whether you love Donald, don't love Donald, it doesn't matter. They tried to assassinate him," Johnson said at the event.
"There's no room for that. Despite it being who we were in that moment, I still believe in my core that is not who we are as a country. So him standing up at that moment, we wanted to see that," he added.
