Dwayne Johnson's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A success timeline featuring the most significant achievements of Dwayne Johnson.

Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson is an American actor and professional wrestler, widely considered one of the greatest wrestlers of all time. He rose to prominence in the WWF (now WWE) during the Attitude Era before transitioning to a highly successful acting career. His films have grossed billions worldwide, making him one of the highest-grossing and highest-paid actors. Beyond acting and wrestling, Johnson is a co-owner of the United Football League, a board member of TKO Group Holdings (parent of UFC and WWE), and co-founder of Seven Bucks Productions, demonstrating his diverse entrepreneurial ventures.

Sections (6)

Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition Challenges & Struggles Legacy & Impact

February 13, 1997: Won the Intercontinental Championship

On February 13, 1997, Rocky Maivia won the Intercontinental Championship from Hunter Hearst Helmsley on a Thursday edition of Monday Night Raw.

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January 19, 1998: Retained the Intercontinental Championship against Ken Shamrock

On January 19, 1998, at the Royal Rumble, The Rock defeated Ken Shamrock by disqualification to retain the Intercontinental Championship.

1999: The Rock Listed as Top Entertainer

In 1999, The Rock was listed No. 1 on Entertainment Weekly's Top 12 Entertainers of the Year.

2000: The Rock Receives Accolades

In 2000, Access Hollywood ranked The Rock No. 1 in their list of the Top 10 Celebrities, and he was listed in the Forbes Celebrity 100 and People Magazine's 25 Most Intriguing People.

2000: Won the Royal Rumble

In 2000, Dwayne Johnson won the Royal Rumble.

February 25, 2001: The Rock wins WWF Championship

On February 25, 2001, at No Way Out, The Rock defeated Kurt Angle to win the WWF Championship for the sixth time.

2001: The Rock Listed Among Influential People

In 2001, The Rock was listed on Entertainment Weekly's 101 Most Influential People and E!'s 20 Top Entertainers.

2002: The Rock Stars in The Scorpion King

In 2002, The Rock played his first leading role in The Scorpion King, earning him a Guinness World Record for highest-paid actor in their first leading role.

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2002: The Rock Named One of Toughest Stars

In 2002, The Rock was listed on E!'s 25 Toughest Stars.

2003: The Rock Among Pop Culture Icons

In 2003, The Rock was listed in VH1's 200 Greatest Pop Culture Icons and was No. 7 in People Magazine's 50 Favorite TV Stars.

August 2004: Noble Title Seiuli

In August 2004, Dwayne Johnson was given the noble title Seiuli by Malietoa Tanumafili II in recognition of his service to the Samoan people and his descent from Samoan chiefs.

March 29, 2008: WWE Hall of Fame Induction

On March 29, 2008, Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson inducted his father Rocky Johnson and grandfather Peter Maivia into the WWE Hall of Fame.

2008: Inducted father and grandfather into WWE Hall of Fame

In 2008, Dwayne Johnson inducted his father and grandfather into the WWE Hall of Fame.

February 17, 2013: The Rock Retains WWE Championship

On February 17, 2013, at Elimination Chamber, The Rock defeated CM Punk to retain his WWE Championship with the stipulation that he would lose the title if he was disqualified or counted out.

April 3, 2016: The Rock Sets WrestleMania Record

On April 3, 2016, at WrestleMania 32, The Rock announced a new attendance record and had an impromptu match against Erick Rowan, winning in six seconds and setting a new record. He was then aided by John Cena against The Wyatt Family.