Philadelphia, PA – Dwayne Johnson, also known as The Rock, found himself in a verbal altercation with a WWE fan at the WWE Hall of Fame ceremony in Philadelphia. The incident occurred as Johnson paid tribute to his late grandmother, Lia Maivia, who was a wrestling promoter and earned a spot in the WWE Hall of Fame.
During the event, a fan in the audience shouted something at Johnson as he walked off a platform. Johnson immediately stopped and walked over to the barricade to confront the fan. Despite the unclear nature of the initial comment, Johnson appeared serious and challenged the man to repeat his words.
The fan seemed to back down, realizing the imposing presence of Johnson, and the situation did not escalate further. Johnson then walked away, reminding the fan to “watch your mouth.” The incident was captured on video, showcasing the tense exchange.
In addition to the altercation, Johnson also received “The People’s Championship” belt from Muhammad Ali’s widow, Lonnie, during the ceremony. The moment symbolized a passing of the torch between two champions, as Ali was often referred to as “The People’s Champion” before his passing in 2016.
Overall, the event provided memorable moments, from the confrontation with the fan to the touching tribute to Johnson’s grandmother and the symbolic gesture honoring Ali. Despite the minor incident, the evening was filled with emotions and recognition of wrestling legends.