“That’s Where You Really Saw That He Could…” – Dwayne Johnson’s Risky Move Served as UFC Star Jon Jones’ Acting Motivation in 2013
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The transition Dwayne Johnson made from a WWE superstar to a Hollywood actor is remarkable. Not all the sports people were able to make a transition like The Rock did while he was at the top of his game. Surprisingly, a few years ago, UFC fighter Jon Jones shared his aspirations of becoming an actor like ‘The Brahma Bull’ in the future.
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The now 35-year-old UFC fighter Jones sat for an interview with MMAJunkie. He claimed to model his action career like The Rock. This conversation happened in 2013 during an appearance at the UFC’s “World Tour” in Los Angeles. Jones was 24 years old while doing this interview.
Jones said, “I’d like to model my acting career on Dwayne Johnson, the way he came out of [WWE] and started off tough guy roles and then moved over to doing ‘Tooth Fairy’.”
Bones added, “That’s when you really saw that he could act, and he’s the one I admire and respect a lot, so I know I’d love to model my acting career after (him).”
UFC fighters like Randy Couture, Gina Carano, and current WWE Superstar Ronda Rousey have starred in a few movies. Many sports people try their hand at acting and, if possible, they make a transition into an actor.
There are several challenges for a sports person to join Hollywood. However, after the success of Arnold Schwarzenegger and Dwayne Johnson, Jones might have also made aspirations for the same.
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Hulk Hogan advised Dwayne Johnson to enter Hollywood
In the 13th episode of Young Rock season 3, we can see the reel versions of The Rock and Hulk Hogan having a conversation. The Hulkster shares that a pro wrestling career will not always be there, as one wrong bump would end it.
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Reel Hogan says, “Whether you pursue acting or not, your life ain’t stay like this. We don’t work at State farm, man, nothing stays the same. In this business, we’re all just one match away from an injury.”
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He adds, “One match away from the fans falling in love with the new guy. 10 years ago, do you think I ever thought I’d be you? Which beard? No. So you, you’re saying I should test my ceiling.. You’ll know the answer to that”
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Since the scene is pivotal in The Rock’s journey on the show, it is possible it is inspired by a real life conversation with Hogan. It seems The Immortal One’s advice was great for Johnson. He entered Hollywood and after a lot of struggles today, he is one of the most popular actors in the world.
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