Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson Answers Increasingly Personal Questions | Slow Zoom | Vanity Fair

[@olivermatthew9562]

Interviewer: What is The Rock afraid of? Me: Paper

[@soflosolo]

brooo he should’ve said that ☠️

[@sagarsunar]

Knowing the Rock, he would have said that if the interview was done on very normal funny way cause the guy is very funny..

[@awildatejeda1411]

🤣🤣🤣🤣 good one!

[@cosmocraftyt]

that s a rock paper scissors joke for you , as korg says

[@galinak8717]

Me: wind and water

[@ny2bama]

The abandonment question hit his soul... that was a tough question he lightly pushed aside.

[@V19-g9i]

Which part?

[@alfonsopayan09]

@@V19-g9i 3:08

[@ibrahimadabo9417]

Yeah, I felt that one. I had to pause for a sec.

[@FrederickMarcoux]

He handled that perfectly tho!

[@danielbrown1429]

He didn’t want to trash his dad.

[@nagygreta5295]

He's the perfect example of a friendly giant

[@Kinobambino]

He kinda scary tho. Like he wants to snap but he doesn't.

[@Jhaaninc]

Someone u can "look upto" 😉 physically and mentally 🔱🕉️🥚🙏🏻💪🇮🇳💪🇮🇳💪

[@xxyy4671]

Shaq

[@bosscarnage9839]

Yes. rehearsed.. Filmed.. Take 17, I'm guessing.. Is what it is...

[@613trapman5]

Shaq?

[@coolboy10439]

Should’ve gone closer, deep into his molecules, then In his cells and even deeper in his atoms. Then I’d know what the rock really is cooking.

[@69metersbelow25]

Uranus

[@ayanareid7031]

😂😂😂

[@stylingandfitnessingwithty2713]

didn't see that one coming

[@pinacoladatv808]

Lol

[@nevergiveup1482]

You are his cells, you became his cells

[@Altmetalpunk]

Cool concept. When you can get the rock to take a second and feel uneasy when he's such an open and honest guy you know you got something deep and genuine.

[@logancap076]

@@shirinda6580 no

[@Luke-kj1rj]

Don't be fooled, literally everything he does is to perpetuate his image and feed his ego

[@godlypotato]

@@Luke-kj1rj mad hatin, hate to see it

[@gumpert8735]

@@godlypotato that’s not hate. You just can’t see beyond your own world and opinion. You’re blind to what really goes on in this world. Even what I just wrote in this reply won’t matter to you.

[@mandeep3.14]

@@Luke-kj1rj never thought about him enough to consider this 🤔

[@camcdragon]

vf: "how do you deal with pressure" the rock: "good question" vf: _constantly moving a camera closer to his face at a steady pace_ vf: "no pressure"

[@ravenmjt]

love this😂

[@Aerochalklate]

u jabroni

[@olegsvoboda8689]

He was trying so hard not to laugh 😂

[@dariusfarrel3228]

He didnt stutter

[@nari_8469]

he should narrate an audiobook. his voice is just 🤌🏼

[@Harry_0_0]

He's not Italian dude

[@Sam-yk9kh]

Facts

[@andrewchristian9754]

@@Harry_0_0 That's the only thing you could think of when seeing the emoji, is it?

[@God-gi9iu]

@@andrewchristian9754 yes

[@puperman4208]

🤌orange better ez ratio

[@AT-yg4nk]

As a man, Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson is the man of men. He is at the top of the top. Such a huge inspiration. Such a role model and figure to aspire to be like. I met him back in 2002 at a local gym in Denver while he was the biggest heel in the WWF (at the time). I did not like his character AT ALL because Stone Cold Steve Austin was my guy. But I’ll never forgot how charismatic and kind he was. The man without a doubt is a legend.

[@xxxremastered3264]

Epic 💯❤️

[@mitchelljack1590]

Aspire to be yourself

[@crubbythebeagle57]

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[@rajking8609]

it changed to WWE in 2002

[@willx1598]

@@mitchelljack1590 I think aspiring to be your most authentic self is akin to being a kind and caring guy if of Course you are a dude.

[@kumabanh1744]

"But no, fame is a blessing" This is what makes Dwayne special amongst celebrities. He understands that it's a privilege to have a wide outreach, to have a voice that people listen to. All the "downsides" you always hear famous people complain about are inconsequential when compared to what you can achieve and do for the world with fame.

[@cutestcat3633]

exactly ❤️

[@awesome1ru]

Ikr

[@imsadlol4528]

i wouldn’t call being hated and judged by millions of people for the rest of your life inconsequential but go off

[@kumabanh1744]

@@imsadlol4528 your name checks out :)

[@xJust2Deadly]

Well said

[@TheDarkSidePoet]

Just when you think you can't love The Rock anymore...

[@Schmegvan13]

any more*

[@ragewayz900]

@@Schmegvan13 an ymore*

[@klarabarunovic9841]

Any more* it makes a difference...

[@wesleymiles8756]

Need a space in there, bud

[@JackKirbyFan]

I just love how he actually ponders the question instead of throwing something out. That's amazing to me. You feel like he's just a regular guy. Best thing about fame is making people happy. How COOL is that!

[@icarochenel]

RIGHT! I thought a selfish response to that question and then he answered like that. And the not complaining about it to me really shows that he knows what’s on the other side, and how grateful he feels

[@qhubbles]

Sometimes I think they should ask those questions to random people. That'd be also quite interesting. Also, wow! The Rock is such a great guy and a gentleman.

[@OGM210]

You should look up the channel “soft white underbelly”. He does a lot of interviews with what most people would describe as “dregs of society” and it’s super amazing.

[@lancecarrauthers9713]

Love that idea

[@mister7405]

Awesome idea

[@EricCKeys]

@@OGM210 going to look that up. Thanks for the recommendation.

[@JimmyKlef]

Totally agree. There really should be a number of outlets that just look at random people, totally random, and show them and their stories with the world. Everyone has a story and almost everyones main few stories are incredible. A channel or company that could pull that out of anyone would be a game changer. I would love to hear this exact kind of video but with people at random.

[@russ7868]

He seems so genuine... This is a man that deserves everything he has in life.

[@thalesthinks8493]

When he said “Put my children to sleep, and put my wife to sleep”, I couldn’t help but to picture him putting 2 small children, a teenager, and his wife in a chokehold.

[@bogbodoubleg231]

Chris Benoit liked that

[@JustWezz]

@@bogbodoubleg231 fuckin' lmao

[@alainlalonde]

I did laugh and picture that exact same scenario as well. lol

[@KiraYoza]

@@bogbodoubleg231 Sheeeeeeeesh 😅🤣

[@PWY5730]

@@bogbodoubleg231 you sir, are a man of culture

[@BabyArgon]

I love how he takes his time to really take in the question. feels like he answers really authentically

[@timati4311]

True :)

[@bashirsleiman8683]

I feel like the rock is my father and he just taught me some valuable life lessons

[@hanabimizuki6024]

😆

[@JimmyKlef]

Something just comfortable about this guy. Im not even a big fan but it’s one of those rare times where I totally understand their success and fame and can be completely happy for them.

[@Carmel明慧]

I feel the same way.

[@wesleymiles8756]

The fact that he refers to all of his kids as “my babies” melts my heart

[@FreshPrincex4]

Of course, no matter how old they are. They'll ways be a parents babies. My late mother did the same to me, even though I was 21 when she passed. (22 now)

[@Aajaaha]

@@FreshPrincex4 I'm sorry for your loss ❤

[@mrsheepstermc3931]

@@FreshPrincex4im so sorry, hope you’re doing well, wish u the best❤

[@tyler15841]

This man and his philosophies on life are amazing. He is such a positive influence. :)

[@shihabulazamchowdhury2683]

You can see it in his eyes how he poured his heart out in to every answer.

[@ernestquinones7967]

Dwayne Johnson is a class act. He has genuinely expressed the importance of being yourself and I like that because if you can't be yourself then who can you be.

[@Emirhan78]

The rock deserves everything he got and earned. Most humble and one of the greatest person in our world. He earns his legendary status 💪

[@surfgirl78]

Indeed 💞

[@TheANAROCK10]

he is such a special person, you can feel his humble energy

[@dwaynejohnson8101]

Thanks for your sincere compliment and love ,I’m not complete without you as my fan.

[@bonbin6053]

The best thing is that he’s genuine, he says how good stuff he has is, and says everything bad that’s happened to him. He is so honest

[@Roadrunnerz45]

best thing about being famous? "making people happy." that is called humility.

[@Lovemyson23]

The way Dwayne is as a person makes me emotional 😢 I really love his values and his heart !

[@chillidog1239]

Ahh well said :)

[@annettemonroe9048]

VF, you really knocked it out of the park with this interview. The questions were thoughtful, respectful and inspirational. Dwayne really considered each and every question, he answered so genuinely with such thoughtfulness it had me tearing up more than a few times throughout the entire interview. Thank you VF for allowing people to see a genuine, beautiful side of Dwayne Johnson... not just the personas he's known for... the wrestler, the actor, the comedian, but a true human being, an authentic gentleman and a beautiful soul.

[@resivaz]

This is seriously wonderful. Kudos to everyone who designed this whole script and cam movement and actual questions. Thank you so much.

[@Khornedevotee]

@@Amir-yx1pb If they do not object, yes. It's better to ask for forgiveness than to ask for permission when it comes to things like that. It's not that bad. People aren't usually that soft that they can't tolerate a personal question like that. But it's different for everyone. If they don't wanna answer, they don't have to answer. There isn't much more to it than that really.

[@klayish5137]

One thing that stuck out to me on this interview was the question about the worst side of fame. Many celebrities will say things about getting recognized and not having privacy and things like that, but he seems to be absolutely content with himself. It really shows how happiness is a choice, especially when you are someone as famous as The Rock.

[@filipmadsen2706]

I really respect dwayne espacilly when he said " thats between me and a few other loved ones", about the abandenment,

[@austin6946]

Almost every other actor in the world would immediately have something to complain about when asked, “what’s the worst part about being famous?” His answer to that question showed how deeply humble he really is.

[@sunnyr2917]

there is a reason why everyone LOVES The Rock and a lot of women's crush..I wish there were more like him.

[@sebastianreynoso2000]

You are enough. Being yourself. 🤞🏼

[@HelloKitty60621]

be yourself and be kind and accepting to everyone, if you do that.. you'll be loved

[@sassythia4678]

He loves those babies. They should be proud that they have a dedicated father to protect them..Good job Rock!!

[@dwaynejohnson8101]

Thanks for your sincere compliment and love ,I’m not complete without you as my fan.

[@Pumpkin0_0]

@@dwaynejohnson8101 Seriously...

[@myncraft1]

@@dwaynejohnson8101 its the pebble

[@Eirud]

Was not expecting to get choked up by an interview with Dwayne Johnson, but man am I grateful that I was. Phenomenal idea VF and thank you for making this happen.

[@pemdas927]

I love how genuine he naturally is.

[@mannygaming745]

This is the first time i've seen the rock actually wanting the interview go longer haha, just shows how much he enjoyed it. Great person, hope you're doing well dj.

[@jjeppe7465]

the music is probably the most suiting thing ive heard in my whole life

[@KiraYoza]

Soothing? I feel like suiting kinda works too for some reason 😂

[@markoportuondo7375]

“Be accountable & take responsibility” This applies to anyone, not just men.

[@FellowPC.]

I must say these kind of interviews with SLOW ZOOM, CALM MUSIC, INTELLECTUAL QUESTIONS are just so amazing. They must make these more often and yes I thoroughly enjoyed it. 👏👏

[@Jazzy_Waffles]

Thanks for this Dwayne. I have my own demons in my past. Getting through that and using my energy to help others is exactly what I try to strive for. This was a great video.

[@christopherhall1080]

This is pretty cool. He answers the questions as if knows his kids will continue to watch this 20, 30, 40 years in the future.

[@NogueiraJullian]

As a Video Editor, I can say this would be a great Interview to edit.. sometimes we don't want to hear the questions, and Dwayne as a Pro always repeats the exact question as the answer .. Quality stuff right there

[@Mnxeu]

He really is just a gentle giant. I love this man, so humble and genuine.

[@allyburnett3315]

I love how kind he is.

[@dawson547]

Now only was he so intentional with his answers during the interview, he also asked at the end "Did you ask them all?" "Are you sure?" "Are you happy with it?" Like, wow. He is so caring. Love him

[@lacyrinnels-eisele4083]

I love his answer to being a man. He is such a genuine human being. We need more of him.

[@ZaccheusMukahiwa]

I appreciate the honesty of his nature and general being. What a real life hero 👏🏿

[@Xo1ot1]

Impressive interview. It's so easy to give a stupid answer to many of these questions that's going to haunt you later, but people also want interesting answers and the camera is rolling, so you can't be too careful either.

[@soupistasty5]

It's such an interesting balance this VF series walks, a virtual knife's edge - that space between uneasy vulnerability when being asked something private or emotionally touching; and balancing that with an environment n' space that is warm, inviting n' open enough to engender honesty in all the answers! Dwayne's natural warmth n' forthrightness plays in this format so well.

[@keeosama]

We gotta get some rappers and comedians on here that would be meme gold

[@anirobrien7004]

I'm pretty sure they did Hassan Minhaj, he is a comedian.

[@babyj3llo]

Eric Andre!

[@Jermaindupreee]

Imagine kodak or 21 savage lmao

[@Kerja_Relon]

The Rock is The People's Champ and always will be! 💪🏆

[@nickreyes3604]

Actually that title goes to Paul Wall.

[@SpedSukuna]

This is why the rock is my idol, He can make you interested in anything he's talking about without trying and he brings out the emotion in him which makes us kind of feel a connection there we're right there with the rock feeling what he's feeling. Dwayne the Rock Johnson The G.O.A.T!

[@ladypacman3030]

He was named the most interesting man in the world 💙

[@laceygrey7703]

He is such a genuine human being. I just adore him so much! ❤️

[@dwaynejohnson8101]

Thanks for your sincere compliment and love ,I’m not complete without you as my fan.

[@anthonyfrench3169]

He's matured a lot over these decades. I really appreciate this unorthodox view of interviewing. Thanks to both him and the crew.

[@TheKINGsoar99]

I loved this, makes me completely forget about him being a mega celebrity and more of a mentor and a friend...

[@himynameisanne]

i’m one minute into the video and i can tell he really actually thinks about his answers. i love how serious he takes this

[@Takerfanatic]

I remember that period (2005-2010) when Rock did interviews and sensed the internal conflict he must have felt having to sidestep questions about wrestling to try and become another company's version. He hasn't looked back since 2011 👊🏽

[@awesome1ru]

In 2011 Fast and Furious was his big break, also the John Cena matches were very big back then.

[@samanthar1214]

Kept looking at him, thinking he looked different and couldn't figure out why, then it dawned on me. He's not smiling. I always see him smiling.

[@rufarojunior]

What a beautiful interview of the rock explaining about everything he went through and accomplishing a lot

[@madmattgaming3951]

Such a good format for getting really personal answers, most real rock interview I've ever scene.

[@taylorgfiffin7925]

vf: "if people could remember 1 thing about you what would it be?" the rock: "it's about drive. it's about power. We stay hungry, we devour.

[@storysnob1022]

Dwayne Johnson is the best. Full stop. Plus, all those tennis balls on the bottom of their equipment really humanizes the crew 😝 This was SO creative.

[@nikkim_]

He’s such a genuine person, I loved this 🥺✨

[@Austin-xx4cs]

You know the Rock is confident when He never breaks eye contact with the camera

[@morleenyearwood1355]

I cant imagine a world without the rock he is such an inspiration

[@ramsaycobbler8499]

brahma bull?

[@KarenTorres-el9id]

He’s always been one of my favorites. He seems so down to earth.

[@user-ok1fm4to1p]

Love this new series

[@rogerbrodniak5644]

It's easy to forget that celebrities are just people...people that have to go through a lot more than we realize. Great concept.

[@MsRicki808]

As a kid I saw him for the first time in the movie 'The Game Plan' and then I found out he was a wrestler, I LOVED him. He was and is to date, one of my favourite celebs. Stay true to you 👊🏼

[@pjbfny]

that was a seriously underrated movie. I love it so much

[@ajrowe5845]

While the style of this interview is beautiful and unique, Dwayne really stole the show here and it was his conscious decision he made with every answer to stop, think, repeat the question in his answer, and above all, be honest with the answers, all of this combined, to me, is what made this perfect. Thank you.

[@somerandom12yearoldinhismu76]

I love how they ask the pressure question like right as it’s getting in his face.

[@NoahStephens]

Dwayne is by far one of the most genuine people in entertainment. Love this guy.

[@iamsubham333]

Now, I love the Rock more, he's way too humble, ground to earth and full of gratitude. I wish he knows that we understand him too. 🥰

[@josephbennion3273]

Love this. Completely raw and real. Thank you for all the blood, sweat and tears that you put in working your craft. Giving us the fans so much great memories whether it be in the ring or with the movie industry or just in life. ❤💯

[@singmelullabies]

i couldn't help but crack up everytime the camera start getting closer to his face. he looked so awkward

[@kristianskytteribergaard]

It's ok to be personal and honest sometimes! And Dwayne is making really good points about his life-experiences and being open about them!

[@Dink_13]

Beautiful. Just absolutely beautiful, this interview.

[@dwaynejohnson8101]

Thanks for your sincere compliment and love ,I’m not complete without you as my fan.

[@_Moondancer]

What a sweetheart! Fantastic interview, beautiful man.

[@rosed3535]

they posted a minute ago.. how do you..

[@whiteowl4097]

@@rosed3535 Good question.

[@myovhr]

Such a real, deep interview. I loved it.

[@ritwickjoshi]

These are some of most fire questions, I've ever heard of.... great job everyone at VanityFair and great answers by DJ the Rock 🤘

[@celinaflores9545]

I absolutely love these interviews! The questions are deep and the answers, so authentic and raw. Thank you, VF and 🐂. Much 💙💙💙

[@crubbythebeagle57]

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[@dwaynejohnson8101]

Thanks for your sincere compliment and love ,I’m not complete without you as my fan.

[@chadtopia]

I love the format of this video. The slow zoom is so evocative, and ties in with the personal nature of the questions. Really good

[@anasshahid224]

The Rock Vanity Fair cover story looks incredible, so excited to pick up the issue, The Rock is the best 🙌👏😃

[@josephlewis6987]

hpy b'day Dwane my man I'm your biggest fan since childhood, I love the movies you were in a lot.

[@pelesync4851]

ITS ABOUT DRIVE 😤 ITS ABOUT POWER 💪 WE STAY HUNGRY 👹 WE DEVOUR💥

[@charlesjarboe8826]

Much love to you Rock, your authenticity is powerful 🙏 ✨

[@rebekahward2156]

this guy is such a mood

[@dwaynejohnson8101]

Thanks for your sincere compliment and love ,I’m not complete without you as my fan.

[@warriorabovewithinwithout4754]

It brings me soo much joy to see someone like Dwayne in the position he’s in as a African American -Samoan and being able to put forth such great combinations of our culture.He is the epitome of success,love and inspiration.As a kid I had no one to look up to in Hollywood as I to was African American and Samoan and since a kid I always enjoyed his development into becoming who he’s always been.I love you Rock and thank you for inspiring me and pushing forth our beautiful cultures into the worlds view.I love you and thank you for making a difference and taking your fame and using it for good,you are a true legend and I appreciate you.fa’afetai lava alofa atu my uso🤙🏽

[@alexthefiend7173]

man this dude is a real gem, a living legend

[@crubbythebeagle57]

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[@lacyrinnels-eisele4083]

Such a stand up guy! I absolutely love him even more than I did before.

[@gisselle7474]

"What is The Rock afraid of?" should have answered "The Paper"

[@clm1224]

BEST INTERVIEW EVER !!!

[@8alltime]

How can anyone not love the rock?!

[@ryanwithrow9770]

A lot more of these, PLEASE. Everyone wants to see the genuine sides of celebrities, especially the ones with influence

[@macarenavargas2125]

such a great interview, so answers were so authentic, I got emotional a couple of time

[@kathleenkinney275]

what an absolute stand up human being. he's so genuine.

[@francineb1735]

You are by far an amazing human being. You truly are a role model for the generation. Stay your authentic self Mr Johnson.

[@dwaynejohnson8101]

Thanks for your sincere compliment and love ,I’m not complete without you as my fan.

[@Cazamalos]

How amazing is he's been a source of entertainment for 23 years, I still remember those fights against Mick Foley and Steve Austin, he probably has thousand of reason to hate the whole entertainment industry but he works harder to be better at it staying positive and also inspire others through his journey.

[@matt_valentine]

I was fully expecting the perpetually moving camera to send us up into the dark chasm within one of his nostrils.

[@localgrassfieldboneshandler]

Lmfao 💀💀

[@edudiehl5553]

Lmfao

[@chrisburnell8591]

ROFL

[@ragewayz900]

@@localgrassfieldboneshandler 💀💀oafml

[@caseyterry5209]

I would love him to do a calm bedtime story, such a beautiful voice, so calm