Everything about The Rock's character is bombastic and over-the-top, even to this day he still retains an element of that. It's part of what makes him the 'Most Electrifying Man In Sports Entertainment', parlaying nicely into his career in Hollywood. Back during his full-time wrestling days, Dwayne Johnson was also a better seller than some give him credit for. The art of being a main event babyface in the WWF/WWE has always relied on knowing when to make that big comeback and when to show true vulnerability. The Rock did that expertly, but he also worked well as a heel who would attempt to back pedal when confronted. This was never more evident than during his matches against Steve Austin, which often included one crucial piece of selling. At some point in his career, The Rock decided to start flipping out of the Stone Cold Stunner. It looked ridiculous, but also somehow impressive. Few others could sell the Stunner in that manner, with only Shane McMahon really aping Rock when he took the move. Aside from that, The Rock was always one for overselling during his promos through his mannerisms, such as the 'People's Eyebrow'.
Lifelong wrestling, video game, music and sports obsessive who has been writing about his passions since childhood. Jamie started writing for WhatCulture in 2013, and has contributed thousands of articles and YouTube videos since then. He cut his teeth penning published pieces for top UK and European wrestling read Fighting Spirit Magazine (FSM), and also has extensive experience working within the wrestling biz as a manager and commentator for promotions like ICW on WWE Network and WCPW/Defiant since 2010. Further, Jamie also hosted the old Ministry Of Slam podcast, and has interviewed everyone from Steve Austin and Shawn Michaels to Bret Hart and Trish Stratus.
