Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson continues to show that family comes first, as he took to social media today to honor his mother, Ata Johnson, with a touching birthday message. Known for his larger-than-life presence both in the wrestling ring and on the silver screen, The Rock gave fans a glimpse into his softer side with a heartfelt tribute to the woman he affectionately calls “Mama Rock.”
In his Twitter post, The Rock shared a video slideshow filled with cherished memories of his mother, alongside a warm message expressing his gratitude and love. “Big beautiful birthday weekend for my mom, Ata aka Mama Rock 🎂🥂🎶 🌸,” he wrote. “She ALWAYS has her ukulele with her and starts to sing ANYWHERE and MAKES ALL LADIES do the hula 💃🏻😂❤️.”
He went on to describe his mother as a beacon of joy and kindness, highlighting her deep connection to her Samoan roots and the love she shares with her family. “She’s an ocean of JOY, KINDNESS, LOVE, FUN AND MANA. She’s also extremely sentimental about her family, her Samoan culture, and the beauty of life itself—she starts crying, then we all start crying 😭🤣,” The Rock added.
The touching post reflected the close bond the former WWE champion shares with his mother, noting, “I’m an only child, and this is my mom. I’m a blessed, grateful, and proud to be her son. HAPPY BIRTHDAY MA! ❤️❤️ CHEEHOOOOO!!!”
The Rock also gave a shout-out to his friend Kenta Seki for the video edit, which showcased joyful moments from Ata’s life, including scenes of her playing the ukulele and enjoying life with loved ones.
Ata Johnson’s birthday celebration provided a heartwarming glimpse into The Rock’s family life, reminding fans that even global icons cherish the simple joys of being with loved ones.
What do you think of The Rock’s heartwarming tribute to his mother? Share your favorite memories of The Rock or stories about your own family bonds in the comments below!