Dwayne The Rock Johnson Debuts Slimmed Physique at Venice Film Festival

Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson recently debuted a dramatically leaner physique while promoting his upcoming film, The Smashing Machine, at the Venice Film Festival, shedding nearly 60 pounds to portray former UFC fighter Mark Kerr. This significant physical transformation, which includes a shift to a high-protein, low-sugar diet, has sparked wide fan reactions ranging from disbelief to admiration for his dedication to acting beyond his usual action roles. Despite speculation and fan hopes, Johnson has not returned to WWE since March's Elimination Chamber event and was notably absent from WrestleMania 41 and the Clash in Paris event. His new slimmer look has intensified fan fears that his in-ring wrestling career may be over, with many believing he will likely only return for a potential match against Roman Reigns, his cousin and Bloodline member. Johnson remains influential in wrestling as a TKO Group Holdings board member, overseeing WWE and UFC, but current appearances suggest an immediate wrestling comeback is unlikely. His transition signals a focus on diverse Hollywood roles while maintaining a strong social media presence.