Superstars Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson and Roman Reigns emerged victorious over their opponents Cody Rhodes and Seth Rollins at Saturday’s WrestleMania 40, marking The Rock’s return to the ring after more than ten years. However, recent reports confirmed that The Rock was tardy for the event, creating quite a buzz. He is said to have adjusted the rehearsal schedule due to his late arrival for WrestleMania 40.
Prior to the event, allegations had surfaced about The Rock’s punctuality issues for critical pre-WrestleMania events. According to sources from TheWrap, Johnson was notably three hours behind schedule for his main event at WrestleMania 40. This pattern appeared earlier when he arrived two hours late for WWE World, the fan gathering in Philadelphia, resulting in disapproval from attendees and adverse commentary from the Philadelphia press.
The Rock took to social media to respond by sharing a post indicating he was at WrestleMania 40, busy rehearsing his entrance at the celebrated event—perhaps an attempt to dispel rumors of his lateness. Nonetheless, there seems to be more substance to the report.
When Ringside News inquired about The Rock’s tardiness concerning The Wrap’s article, they were told by a WWE source that The Rock indeed had reorganized the schedule. According to the source, as a TKO Board member, The Rock used his influence to push the rehearsal to a later slot, circumventing the issue of being late.
“Tough to be late for rehearsals when you can push it to the very late minute, so no, he was not technically late.”
This incident not only throws light on The Rock’s sway within the industry but also hints at a pattern of behavior that is proving inconvenient to others. For instance, his supposed delay on the set of ‘Red One’ allegedly cost around $50 million. Despite his fame and charm, such reports have led to The Rock facing some disapprobation from peers.
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FAQ Section
- Why was The Rock late for WrestleMania 40?
It was reported that The Rock arrived several hours late to the event, but specific reasons for his tardiness have not been detailed. - What was The Rock’s response to being late?
The Rock posted on social media that he was rehearsing for his entrance at WrestleMania 40, which some interpreted as an attempt to justify his lateness. - How did The Rock manage his late arrival?
He used his position as a TKO Board member to reschedule the rehearsal time to a later point, thereby avoiding being technically late. - Has The Rock’s behavior negatively affected his reputation?
According to the mentioned reports, his recurrent lateness and the resulting inconveniences to others have indeed sparked criticism and frustration among his colleagues.
Conclusion
The situation with The Rock at WrestleMania 40 has been a topic of discourse, highlighting how influence and celebrity status can affect professional commitments. While fans were delighted to see him perform, the behind-the-scenes stories offer a different perspective on the challenges of managing such high-profile events. As one of the most recognizable faces in entertainment, The Rock’s actions resonate beyond him, influencing the dynamics of the events he is a part of. Despite the controversy, The Rock’s impact on WrestleMania 40 will likely be remembered for his in-ring prowess and less for the rehearsal reshuffle he orchestrated.