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“I Never Wanted To Be The Next Dwayne Johnson” – Dave Bautista

By Dante Richardson. Published 6th January 2023.
Dave Bautista

Dave Bautista, former WWE Champion and actor known for his roles in Marvel’s “Drax the Destroyer” and as a foe to Daniel Craig’s James Bond in “Spectre,” recently shared in an interview with GQ that he never intended to follow in Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson’s footsteps. Despite both men having made successful transitions from wrestling to Hollywood, Bautista emphasized his desire to be respected as an actor in his own right, stating, “I never wanted to be the next Rock. I just want to be a good f*cking actor. A respected actor.”

Bautista’s most recent role, opposite Daniel Craig in the Rian Johnson-directed film “Glass Onion,” a sequel to the hit whodunnit “Knives Out,” has received widespread praise, with Johnson calling him the “greatest wrestler-turned-actor ever.” In the film, Dave Bautista plays the role of Duke Cody, a men’s rights advocate who makes a living streaming his controversial views on YouTube alongside his girlfriend. The character has been described as complex and multifaceted, and Bautista’s portrayal has been praised for its depth and nuance.

Dave Bautista’s Difficult Road To Success

But Dave Bautista’s road to success in Hollywood was not an easy one. In the interview, he spoke about the challenges and doubts he faced along the way, and how he worked to overcome them. He admitted to feeling fear and nerves in his career, but emphasized his determination to push through discomfort in order to achieve success, saying, “I may cringe after the fact, but I’m not going to let that fear hold me back.ā€

Despite the challenges, Bautista’s dedication and talent have paid off. He has built a successful career in Hollywood and is highly respected by his peers and fans alike. And while he may have taken a similar path as Dwayne Johnson, Bautista has carved out his own unique place in the industry, proving that he is more than just a wrestler-turned-actor. He is a skilled performer who has proven time and time again that he has what it takes to succeed in Hollywood.

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