Whether it is in the ring, on the big screen, or on the stage, Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson is one of the most electrifying men in all of entertainment today. With extremely high box office appeal, a legendary career as a pro wrestler, and perhaps the most magnetic smile in Hollywood, it comes to no surprise that Johnson has become successful. But he wasn’t always that way.

Sure, his sitcom Young Rock has shed insight into his struggles and his upbringing — however there are some still things that even the biggest fan of The Rock wouldn’t know. Sure, you know him as a multi-time WWE World Heavyweight Champion, but did you know he won a Congressional honor? He may drive the sleekest, most expensive cars in the world, but did you know he typically works out in a slum?

Learn more details about these and other facts about Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson.

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Sources: The Congressional Award, Just Jared

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Sources: GQ, The New York Times