Dwayne Johnson is facing heavy criticism on social media for his decision to remain completely silent on upcoming politics.
The hit actor is seriously criticized online after revealing to Squire magazine earlier this month that he would no longer speak publicly about his political beliefs.
This position ruffled the feathers of Hollywood, with Star Trek Icon George Takei takes to Threads to criticize Johnson’s new vision, writing that silence is complicity.
Stay close to me Actor Wil Wheaton also responded, saying it was very disappointing to find out he was such a coward.
The wrestling legend turned actor, who is currently embarking on a global press tour for Disney’s live-action Moana film, previously signaled his withdrawal from political commentary during an interview with Fox News in 2024.
At the time, Johnson admitted that he deeply regretted supporting Joe Biden for president in 2020, as the decision caused widespread division among his fans.
He explained that his goal is to bring the country together, adding that there will be no more support and that at his level of influence, he intends to keep his policies to himself and between himself and the ballot box.
Expanding on his new aversion to political discourse in his recent Squire During the interview, Johnson emphasized that his experience has taught him that he needs, not wants, to focus entirely on his creative output.
He explained that the thing he runs to when he gets his legs out of bed in the morning is creating art and storytelling.
While noting that there are times when nothing is off limits and he is happy to admit he is wrong, Johnson expressed deep disgust with the current political environment.
