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Wrestling with life in โYoung Rockโ
Read full article: Wrestling with life in โYoung RockโHe is one of the biggest celebrities in the world, both literally and figuratively. His generosity and kindness made him a fan favorite. Now, in the series โYoung Rock,โ weโre learning much more about Dwayne โThe Rockโ Johnson.
Whatโs it like playing โThe Rockโ? Find out from two stars of his new show
Read full article: Whatโs it like playing โThe Rockโ? Find out from two stars of his new showThere arenโt many people who can fill the shoes of a superstar, especially when those shoes are of Dwyane โThe Rockโ Johnson. In the new show, โYoung Rockโ, you get a glimpse of what it was like to be Johnson at three stages of his life. From watching his father become a professional wrestling legend, to his time as a stellar college football player, you learn about the real life experiences from one of the biggest celebrities on the planet. Two of the actors who portray Johnson, Adrian Groulx and Bradley Constant, spoke to Tati Amare about their experiences on the show and working closely with The Rock to ensure they mirror his traits perfectly. Watch the video above to hear what Bradley and Adrian had to say about The Rock and how the show helps them appreciate the importance of family.
Dwayne Johnson is a contender in NBC sitcom 'Young Rock'
Read full article: Dwayne Johnson is a contender in NBC sitcom 'Young Rock'This combination of photos released by NBC shows, from left, Dwayne Johnson, left, and the actors who portray him in the comedy series "Little Rock," Adrian Groulx as Dwayne at 10, Bradley Constant as Dwayne at 15 and Uli Latukefu as Dwayne at 20. (NBC via AP)LOS ANGELES โ Dwayne Johnsonโs new NBC comedy โYoung Rockโ has him campaigning for president in 2032, but the actor and producer sidestepped the possibility of a real-life run someday. A coming-of-age story inspired by the former pro wrestler's colorful but challenging childhood and youth, โYoung Rockโ is framed by the adult Johnson's reflections on his life as he stumps for office. Using the candidacy as a device to revisit his past was suggested by Nahnatchka Khan, executive producer of โYoung Rock,โ he told The Associated Press on Tuesday. But he suggests a a bipartisan approach ahead for โYoung Rock."