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Hollywood brutally turns on Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson following latest political decision
Actor Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson has seen Hollywood turn on him following his decision to keep his political opinions private. During an interview with Esquire in early June, Johnson reiterated that he hates the “slinging” of modern politics. Following Johnson’s remarks, ‘Star Trek’ actors George Takei and Wil Wheaton slammed the former WWE star’s silence. “Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson's recent comments to Esquire about wanting to ‘keep my politics to myself’ have divided fans, with some calling out his silence,” Takei wrote. In a now-deleted Thread post, the former ‘Stand By Me’ star blasted Johnson as a “coward” on Monday. In the interview, Johnson asserted that “creating” was his main goal and that he would “keep my politics to myself”.
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The Daily Wire
· Jul 1, 2026
Hollywood Star Labeled A ‘Coward’ For Refusing To Bash Trump
Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson is under fire for choosing to stay quiet on politics, with multiple celebrities publicly disparaging him for his choices. “Star Trek” star George Takei commented on The Rock’s stance in a Threads post, writing, “Silence is complicity.” “So disappointing to find out he is such a coward,” Wil Wheaton chimed in, ...
Fox News
· Jul 1, 2026
Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson branded a coward by Hollywood stars after refusing to speak out on politics
Dwayne The Rock Johnson faces Hollywood backlash from George Takei and actor Wil Wheaton after telling Esquire he will keep politics private.
That Park Place
· Jul 1, 2026
Hollywood “Celebrities” Call Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson a “Coward” for Staying Out of Politics
For years, Hollywood has insisted that celebrities have a responsibility to use their platforms to speak out on political issues. But Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson’s decision to step away from public commentary on politics has now sparked backlash from several prominent entertainment figures, with some branding the actor a “coward” for choosing to remain silent. [] The post Hollywood “Celebrities” Call Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson a “Coward” for Staying Out of Politics appeared first on That Park Place.
Sky News Australia
· Jul 2, 2026
‘Good on him’: The Rock defended for keeping politics private
Sky News Lifestyle Reporter Chloe Walker reacts to actor Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson being branded a “coward” for keeping his political opinions private. “I don’t think Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson is a coward, and I think it’s perfectly fine for him not to want to get involved in politics,” Ms Walker told Sky News host James Morrow. “I don’t think actors need to get involved in politics. Good on him.”
DNyuz
· Jul 13, 2026
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ABC7 New York
· Jul 6, 2026
Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson has emotional reaction to live-action 'Moana'
Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson has emotional reaction to live-action 'Moana'
Slate Magazine
· Jun 30, 2026
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2Paragraphs
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· Jul 1, 2026
Trek Tantrums: Wil Wheaton and George Takei Throw Hissy Fits Over The Rock Not Being More Political
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· Jul 8, 2026
Dwayne Johnson Reacts to Memes About Maui’s Hair in Moana
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Variety
· Jun 30, 2026
Dwayne Johnson Slammed as a ‘Coward’ for Staying Quiet on Politics; ‘Star Trek’ Icon George Takei Fires Back: ‘Silence Is Complicity’
Dwayne Johnson is catching flak on social media after he told Esquire magazine earlier this month that he will no longer speak publicly on politics. “Star Trek” icon George Takei is one of the Hollywood voices criticizing Johnson’s stance, writing on Threads: “Silence is complicity.” “So disappointing to find out he is such a coward,” replied []
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Lawyers, Guns & Money
· Jun 24, 2026
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· Jun 22, 2026
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· Jun 30, 2026
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· Jul 9, 2026
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Knewz
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9 News Australia
· Jul 10, 2026
Hawks stars learn their fate after off-season shenanigans landed pair in US jail | 9 News Australia
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