WWE posted the following two videos on Sunday, looking at every entrant in the men’s and women’s 2024 Royal Rumble matches:
The latest video from the “UpUpDownDown” YouTube channel features Alpha Academy, Bayley, LA Knight, Big E, and Tyler Breeze at the Royal Rumble Superstore:
Several recent news stories featured The Rock having interactions with young fans, one as part of a Make-A-Wish experience.
Oil City News recently posted an article on the WWE Superstar and TKO board member meeting 17 year-old Adelaide Bomberger of Cheyenne. Adelaide is fighting cancer and got to meet the great one as her wish, which happened in December and included a trip to Los Angeles and Universal Studios where she and her family had a trolley tour of the studio and a lunch buffet.
Adelaide told Make-A-Wish that she began working on building her strength so she could arm wrestle with The Rock, noting, “He’s so strong, so I of course had to prove my strength. It wasn’t just about the arm wrestle though; The Rock was also so involved in my wish. He even sent us his famous French Toast on the first morning of our trip and one more time when we got back home to Cheyenne.”
She added, “This wish has really instilled the idea of family in me and having my family be my power has helped me get through treatments. Family is more than who you’re related to by blood. It’s the people around you, at school, at the hospital, the Make-A-Wish family, and now The Rock. This was unforgettable and the best trip ever, plus I did take him down in an arm wrestle.”
Additionally, the Stamford Advocate is reporting that while visiting WWE Headquarters on the day he joined TKO’s Board of Directors, The Rock met with a Connecticut firefighter and his son who had stopped by the facility to see the giant WWE Championship title outside the building. Shane Smith said that he takes his son Blake by the building every Tuesday after Blake’s basketball practice, and the boy asked if they could go to the building and look through the windows.
As they were there, several SUVs arrived and The Rock was in one of them. Smith said “hi” and The Rock asked Blake if he could take his picture with him.
Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, former professional wrestler turned Hollywood superstar, continues to make headlines for his interactions with fans. Recently, The Rock has been involved in heartwarming encounters with young fans, showcasing his genuine and caring nature.
One such story involves a Make-A-Wish experience. The Rock met 17-year-old Adelaide Bomberger of Cheyenne, who is currently battling cancer. Adelaide’s wish was to meet The Rock, and her dream came true in December. The wish included a trip to Los Angeles and Universal Studios, where Adelaide and her family enjoyed a trolley tour of the studio and a lunch buffet.
Adelaide shared her excitement about the experience, stating that she had been working on building her strength so she could arm wrestle with The Rock. She described him as incredibly strong and expressed her determination to prove her own strength. The Rock went above and beyond to make Adelaide’s wish special, even sending his famous French Toast to her and her family on the first morning of their trip and again when they returned home to Cheyenne.
For Adelaide, this wish fulfilled by Make-A-Wish and The Rock has had a profound impact. She emphasized the importance of family, not just in terms of blood relations but also the people who support and uplift us during challenging times. Adelaide expressed gratitude for her family, the Make-A-Wish family, and now The Rock, who has become a part of her support system. She described the experience as unforgettable and the best trip ever, proudly mentioning that she managed to defeat The Rock in an arm wrestle.
In another heartwarming encounter, The Rock met with a Connecticut firefighter and his son while visiting WWE Headquarters. Shane Smith and his son Blake had stopped by the facility to see the WWE Championship title outside the building. As luck would have it, The Rock arrived at the same time. Smith greeted The Rock, and to their surprise, The Rock asked if he could take a picture with Blake. This unexpected gesture left a lasting impression on the father and son, creating a cherished memory.
These stories highlight The Rock’s genuine and compassionate nature, as he takes the time to connect with his fans, especially those facing challenging circumstances. His interactions demonstrate the impact that celebrities can have on individuals, providing them with hope, strength, and unforgettable experiences.
The Rock’s involvement with Make-A-Wish and his willingness to engage with fans exemplify the positive influence that celebrities can have on their communities. By using their platform to bring joy and support to those in need, celebrities like The Rock inspire others to make a difference and spread kindness.
In a world where negative news often dominates headlines, stories like these remind us of the power of compassion and the importance of uplifting one another. The Rock’s actions serve as a reminder that even small gestures can have a profound impact on someone’s life.