Dwayne Johnson took Mother’s Day as an opportunity to recognize the tireless work of moms everywhere. In a warm Instagram video, the actor and former WWE star called on everyone to appreciate mothers—not just on one day, but every day.
“Happy Mother’s Day to all you mamas out there,” Johnson said. “We love you. We’re honoring you today. We should be honoring you every day.”
Johnson’s message wasn’t just a generic shoutout. As a self-proclaimed “mama’s boy,” he made it personal. He’ll be spending the day with his mother, Ata Johnson, and his wife, Lauren Hashian. And of course, he'll be playing Scrabble with them. He joked that he'll let them win—then quickly walked that back.
“I’m a good man,” he said. “I’m only kidding. I’m gonna beat their ass.”
Dwayne Johnson’s heartfelt message to moms goes beyond just one day
What sets Johnson’s message apart is how much he emphasized the everyday struggle moms face. He acknowledged the “juggling,” “spinning of the plates,” and “wearing multiple hats” that mothers do without pause. He also encouraged moms to take care of themselves, even when it feels impossible.
“I know how tough it is,” he said. “But please, try to put yourself first sometimes. Not just on Mother’s Day, but every day.”
Johnson also shared a simple but powerful thought: boys raised by kind, caring, and respectful mothers have a better shot at becoming decent men. He admitted it’s not guaranteed—everyone makes mistakes—but the foundation matters.
After ‘Red One,’ Johnson stars in UFC biopic ‘The Smashing Machine’
While the day was about family and gratitude, Johnson’s career keeps moving forward. He recently wrapped up Red One and is now set to star in The Smashing Machine, a biopic about UFC champ Mark Kerr. The film is based on the 2002 documentary of the same name and hits theaters on October 3.
Johnson’s role as Kerr marks another turn in his action-hero journey—this time grounded in real combat sports. Given his history with the WWE and love for intense physical roles, this seems like a natural fit.
Fans can expect Johnson to bring the same grit he’s shown in films like Fast & Furious and Jungle Cruise to the Octagon-inspired Smashing Machine.
What Dwayne Johnson’s personal touch means for fans and followers
Johnson’s Mother's Day post isn’t the first time he’s merged personal sentiment with fan engagement. Whether he's posting motivational messages, behind-the-scenes looks, or casual family moments, he knows how to connect without sounding rehearsed.
That balance—between persona and person—is likely why he remains one of Hollywood’s most popular figures. He doesn’t just sell movies; he sells himself, and he does it in a way that doesn’t wear thin.
Whether he's honoring moms, hyping up a new project, or just joking about losing at Scrabble, Dwayne Johnson keeps it real. And that’s enough to keep fans watching, whether he's saving the world or just spending Sunday with his family.