Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson suddenly stood up to defend Seth Meyers against a series of attacks from Donald Trump, and his words shocked the entire United States.
While social media was still in turmoil because of former President Trump’s harsh comments aimed at Seth Meyers, Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson appeared as the strongest counterattack voice ever. Without being ambiguous or evasive, the Hollywood star called Trump “our dictator” and even described him as “a weird idiot”. The words never appeared from the mouth of The Rock – who is known for being calm, polite and rarely involved in political conflicts – immediately created an earthquake in public opinion.
According to The Rock, Trump’s behavior “is the worst thing anyone has ever witnessed, 18 times worse”. He also emphasized: “Think of the worst thing you have ever seen a human being do. This is much worse.” It was that exaggerated yet sharp analogy that made The Rock’s criticism the hottest topic of the day, leaving fans and the media stunned.
It is worth noting that Seth Meyers – who is becoming the target of Trump’s attacks – did not ask for protection. But The Rock, as a colleague in the entertainment industry and someone who has been dragged into political debates many times without wanting to, seemed to feel that he could no longer stay out of it. He chose to speak up, speak the truth, and speak right when things were at their most explosive.
The public’s reaction quickly divided into two distinct extremes. Some praised The Rock for daring to speak up for those without media power. They saw him as a symbol of frankness, fairness, and someone who was not afraid of offending any side. But there are also counter-critics, who say The Rock is “adding fuel to the fire” and turning an already tense debate into a larger battleground between Trump supporters and his opponents.
However, it is undeniable that The Rock’s statement completely changed the context of the incident. When one of Hollywood’s most powerful stars stood up to call Trump a “dictator” and a “moron,” the debate went beyond entertainment and entered a broader socio-political realm. The Rock himself must have known the impact of his words, and choosing to speak publicly shows that he was mentally prepared for any reaction that would follow.
The incident is still causing a stir, and the US media predicts this is just the beginning of a series of more intense reactions. But one thing is for sure: The Rock’s words have opened a new dialogue about the power, voice, and responsibility of celebrities in an increasingly polarized political landscape.
