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Hailing from WWE, Dwayne Johnson entered Hollywood as one of the biggest names on the roster. With an illustrious background and already famous, Johnson would enter Hollywood with an enormous fan base. However, it is his hard work and determination that helped Johnson reach the heights he is at now.

Apart from acting, Johnson is also a savvy businessman and has several ventures in his name. Starting from the massively valued Teremana Tequila, Johnson reportedly has a $1.5 billion valuation of the Tequila brand. He also owns and manages several other businesses as well.

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The 50-year-old recently revamped and relaunched the XFL, which turned out to be a success. He also runs a production company with his former wife, Dany Garcia, Seven Bucks Productions, which is also a major source of his income. However, he recently found another way of earning money.

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With an estimated net worth of $800 million, Johnson’s infamous cheat meals have now started adding weight to his wallet. Another business venture of his, Salt And Straw, an ice cream company brought Johnson on board in 2021. He joined the company during the holiday season and launched five new ice creams based on his cheat meals.

Calling himself Dwanta Clause, the strategy worked wonders for the company, and sales reached massive numbers. The flavors were based on his infamous cheat meals and the cost amounted to $64 a pint. The promotion did wonders for everyone involved. Nevertheless, the Hollywood star can rely on his other revenue streams to generate income. But what other sources does Johnson have?

What are the other sources of earning for Dwayne Johnson?

One of the highest-paid actors in the industry, Johnson takes home anything between $12 to $25.5 million per film. And the pair comprising Johnson and Dany Garcia owns the production company, Seven Bucks Productions which leads to the duo taking a cut from the profits generated.

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Apart from the movies, Johnson also earns a hefty amount from his social media paid promotions, and other collaborations. His several business ventures also help him add money to his estimated $800 million net worth.

With ventures such as, Project Rock, Acorns, Zoa Energy, and Teremana Tequila to name a few, Johnson has money flowing in from different industries and sources. He is next set to star in the 2023 holiday release ‘Red One’ alongside Chris Evans. And fans are excited to see Black Adam sharing the screen for the first time with Captain America.

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How excited are you guys to see Johnson sharing the big screen with Chris Evans? What do you make of the former WWE star earning revenue from his cheat meals? Let us know in the comments section below.

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Shounak Chakrabarti is a WWE writer at EssentiallySports who brings a wealth of knowledge and a keen eye for detail to his analysis of professional wrestling. With a deep passion for the sport that dates back to his childhood, Shounak has immersed himself in every aspect of the industry, from the career trajectories of WWE superstars to their personal lives and beyond. As a journalism graduate, Shounak is a firm believer in the power of digital journalism to provide fans with a unique perspective on pro wrestling.
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