The Rock Lives On! Amazing Throwback Pics from Dwayne Johnson's Wrestling Days

Before turning his sights to Hollywood, Dwayne Johnson was best known for his moves in the wrestling ring

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Grace Gavilanes
Grace Gavilanes
Grace Gavilanes is a former associate editor at PEOPLE. She left PEOPLE in 2018.
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Updated on May 2, 2022 08:40AM EDT
01 of 07

TWINNING MOMENT

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Richard Drew/AP

Who's who? Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson poses alongside his wax double during the figure's unveiling event at N.Y.C.'s Madame Tussauds in 2002.

02 of 07

A LOOK BACK

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Courtesy Everett Collection

Showing off his toned physique, Johnson displays a mean mug during WWF SmackDown in 1999.

03 of 07

BOOKWORM

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Arnaldo Magnani/Liaison Agency

Donning a turtleneck (a known favorite), the former wrestler promotes his book, The Rock Says ..., in 2000.

04 of 07

GOOD POINT

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Courtesy Everett Collection

The wrestler won over fans of all ages during his matches on WWE SmackDown.

05 of 07

SO METAL

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Steve Azzara/Corbis via Getty

Rocking a metallic gold vest, the always-ripped Johnson puts his passion for bicep-baring tops on full display.

06 of 07

BROW GAME STRONG

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Getty

Aside from his impressive wrestling moves and charismatic personality, Johnson is best known for his epic brow-raising game.

07 of 07

READY, SET, POSE

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BEI/Shutterstock

In case you had any doubts, we can smell what The Rock is cooking.

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