Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson has joined the board of directors of TKO Group Holdings, the company founded by Endeavor that hosts WWE and UFC.
In a statement, TKO Group CEO Ari Emanuel shared his delight in bringing Johnson on board. He said,
“I am thrilled to partner with Dwayne and welcome his immense talent to TKO’s Board. Dwayne brings an incredible track record of creating content and building globally recognized consumer brands, and he will play a key role in realizing our ambitions for TKO.”
Although the exact terms of Johnson’s deal were not disclosed, it has been reported that the Brahma Bull has gained ownership of ‘The Rock’ trademark as part of the deal.
In a statement of his own, Johnson admitted that his appointment to the board is something many will have not seen coming. He said,
“My grandfather, High Chief Peter Maivia, and my dad, Rocky ‘Soulman’ Johnson, would’ve never thought this day would com. Which is why I’m very humbled to have a seat at the table that has decades of history and family legacy for me. A table that my family helped to build. Being on the TKO Board of Directors, and taking full ownership of my name, ‘The Rock’, is not only unprecedented, but incredibly inspiring as my crazy life is coming full circle.
“At my core, I’m a builder who builds for and serves the people, and Ari is building something truly game changing. I’m very motivated to help continue to globally expand our TKO, WWE, and UFC businesses as the worldwide leaders in sports and entertainment — while proudly representing so many phenomenal athletes and performers who show up every day putting in the hard work with their own two hands to make their dreams come true and deliver for our audiences. I’ve been there, I’m still there and this is for them.”
The Rock returned to WWE on the ‘Day 1′ themed edition of RAW. During the show, he teased coming for Roman Reigns’ spot as the Head of the Table.
This comment has led many to suspect that the two will face off, possibly at WrestleMania 40. WWE is yet to publicly confirm said match.
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Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson Joins TKO Group Holdings Board of Directors
Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson, the iconic wrestler turned Hollywood superstar, has recently joined the board of directors of TKO Group Holdings. TKO Group Holdings is a company founded by Endeavor that hosts major sports entertainment events such as WWE and UFC.
The announcement of Johnson’s appointment to the board was made by TKO Group CEO Ari Emanuel, who expressed his delight in bringing Johnson on board. Emanuel stated, “I am thrilled to partner with Dwayne and welcome his immense talent to TKO’s Board. Dwayne brings an incredible track record of creating content and building globally recognized consumer brands, and he will play a key role in realizing our ambitions for TKO.”
While the exact terms of Johnson’s deal were not disclosed, it has been reported that he has gained ownership of ‘The Rock’ trademark as part of the agreement. This move further solidifies Johnson’s association with his wrestling persona and brand.
In his own statement, Johnson acknowledged that his appointment to the board might come as a surprise to many. He expressed his humility and gratitude for having a seat at the table that holds decades of history and family legacy for him. Johnson comes from a wrestling lineage, with his grandfather, High Chief Peter Maivia, and father, Rocky ‘Soulman’ Johnson, being prominent figures in the industry.
Johnson also emphasized his passion for building and serving the people, stating, “At my core, I’m a builder who builds for and serves the people, and Ari is building something truly game-changing.” He expressed his motivation to continue expanding TKO, WWE, and UFC businesses globally while representing the athletes and performers who work hard to make their dreams come true.
The Rock’s return to WWE on the ‘Day 1’ edition of RAW has sparked speculation about a potential match against Roman Reigns, the current Head of the Table. Although WWE has not officially confirmed the match, Johnson’s comments during his appearance have fueled anticipation among fans.
As Johnson takes on this new role on the board of directors, he continues to make waves in both the entertainment and sports industries. His involvement with TKO Group Holdings signifies his dedication to the world of sports entertainment and his commitment to supporting athletes and performers.
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