Dwayne Johnson Loses Weight for 70-Year-Old Role in Lizard Music

Dwayne Johnson, famously known as The Rock, has noticeably slimmed down as part of his dedication to fully embodying a new character in the upcoming film 'Lizard Music,' based on Daniel Pinkwater's novel. At the 2025 Toronto International Film Festival, Johnson explained that he is transforming into a whimsical and eccentric 70-something-year-old man called the Chicken Man, whose best friend is a 70-year-old chicken. This transformation follows his more muscular role in 'The Smashing Machine,' where he portrayed former MMA fighter Mark Kerr. Johnson has expressed excitement about the opportunity to broaden his acting range and break away from being typecast as an action hero, seeing this role as a new challenge and a chance to surprise audiences. Despite slimming down for this role, he confirmed he will continue participating in blockbuster films, including reuniting with Kevin Hart for 'Jumanji 3.' Fans and critics have praised Johnson's commitment to versatile storytelling and physical transformation, highlighting his continuous evolution as an actor.