The assumption that movie stars are all looks and no brains is false. Frankly, Hollywood is full of some of the brightest minds. For example, Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson sets the bar high. Rumor has it that the star of hit films like Moana has a freaking 160 IQ.
It doesn’t take a genius to realize having a 160 IQ means you’re exceptionally gifted. Having such a high IQ is truly impressive and explains how Dwayne has become a top male actor. He ranks high with the likes of Brad Pitt, Denzel Washington, and Tom Hanks.
Did Acting Make Dwayne Johnson Smart?
While Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson has never addressed his high IQ publicly, it’s possible to estimate it.
He is among the few who moved from professional wrestling to acting. Not only that, Dwayne has completely dominated the industry.
As of July 2023, he was the highest-paid actor in Hollywood. It wasn’t clear he’d make it this far when he started acting in small films, but Dwayne beat the odds. It’s clear he has both the brain and brown to make it in this challenging industry.
There’s a need for further testing to determine his full intellectual capacities. However, his impressive accomplishments and top-notch career moves prove he’s super smart. Now, the movie star commands a massive $20 million and above per film!
What Does Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson’s High Achievements Say about Acting?
Having a 160 IQ puts Dwayne Johnson among the smartest men in Hollywood. His move from a professional athlete to an actor proves his brilliance and speaks highly about acting.
People view Hollywood as a vain place where looks are everything. However, the high intelligence of top actors like Dwayne states it takes more than just being handsome to make it to the top.
Acting isn’t just about narrating some lines and wearing the right clothes on the red carpet. It’s about having a strategy to rise to the top and grow a thriving career in an industry that can cancel you in seconds. Dwayne started ‘from the bottom,’ and now he’s riding high as a top-paid actor.
Besides a high IQ, other factors that determine his success in Hollywood include a can-do spirit, patience, and planning. Dwayne has made smart moves that have seen him grow from roles on That 70’s Show and Star Trek: Voyager.
Not one to burn bridges, Dwayne began acting when he was still a professional wrestler. Even when he was away playing different acting roles, the WWE still identified him as a top wrestler. Soon, Hollywood would come calling when his film career took off with a role in The Mummy Returns in 2001.
Let’s not forget that Dwayne’s start and intelligence began showing when he was much younger. When graduating from college in 1995, he was one of the best student speakers in Miami. Dwayne always delivered inspiring and positive messages to students, encouraging them against drug use.
What Did ‘The Rock’ Study in College?
‘The Rock’ attended the University of Miami from 1991 to 1995. After playing football in high school, he was a member of the Miami Hurricanes, winning a national championship in 1991. Dwayne graduated with a Bachelor of General Studies. That’s not all since he also had a dual major in physiology and criminology.
