Dwayne Johnson Becomes Disney Legend

0:00On March 31st, Dwayne Johnson just got named a Disney legend, and he set to pick up the award at the D23 Expo on August 16th, 2026. This honor spotlights his massive impact on Disney's worldwide reach, from blockbusters to animation. He was straight up emotional when he heard the news, posting on X about how moved he felt. Johnson called it a huge milestone, shouting out the hard work, humility, and respect that spued his career. While thanking the behind the scenes, folks who helped him get here, fans flooded social media with love, hailing it as a well-deserved nod to his grind and positivity. Comments poured in like a win for one, is a win for all, and praise for his inevitable legend status. His Disney roots go back to voicing the iconic Maui in the 2016 hit Moana, and he's jumping back in for the live-action version. Dropping July 10th, 2026. While this cements the rock-spot in entertainment history, blending heart, hustle, and that global

1:03joy he keeps pushing. I'm Corey with The Story, and you've been listening to entertainment and celebrity news today, AI-powered pop culture coverage.