From The Rock's Instagram post:
Retiring from the @wwe when I was 32yrs old was the biggest risk of my life. The risk was twofold—
I retired on top as pro wrestling’s #1 draw and coming from the world of wrestling, the odds were stacked against me of having a Hollywood career that had any kind of long term, substantial global influence and value.
After a bewildering 7 year career as a wrestler, I kept my hand shake bond - finished out my contractual obligations and quietly retired. But I knew in heart and in my gut what my WHY was. Once we identify OUR WHY, then our actions have powerful purpose.
Almost ten years later in 2012, I returned to the industry that’s in my blood. I returned to the @wwe to give back. To bring value and impact the bottom line. Proud to say when I returned we, as a team - set all time box office and PPV records that will never be broken.
And in 2014, I wrestled my very last match at WrestleMania in New York at a sold out Met Life Stadium. My wrestling career ended the only way I was willing — flat on my back, getting beat 1, 2, 3, looking up at the stars and being grateful for my blessings.
I went out the right way. The respectful way. I retired from wrestling in 2013.
Grateful to the bone.
And on my shield🛡
