Since bursting onto the scene in 1996, Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson has dazzled fans with his unmatched mic skills and electrifying promos. From unforgettable segments to jaw-dropping insults, he’s left no rival in one piece. The Hollywood star has left an indelible mark on WWE history. While fans have adored him for years, he’s never been shy about throwing shade at his rivals.
Now, Dwayne Johnson owns the “The Rock” name rights from TKO after he joined the Board of Directors. Additionally, new details about the intellectual property have surfaced. So what are the catchphrases that are owned by him?
Dwayne Johnson’s list of approved and owned catchphrases
With his latest move joining TKO’s Board of Directors, Johnson isn’t just securing his name rights. According to a new filing from TKO, he’s also claiming ownership of the iconic catchphrases and names linked to his wrestling persona.
Even Brandon Thurston posted a tweet on X regarding the same. The caption reads, “Dwayne Johnson’s IP agreement giving him rights to all Rock IP is an exhibit to TKO’s 10-K.” The list is as follows:
The Rock
Rocky Maivia
Team Corporate
Rock Nation
The Nation
Roody Poo
Candy Ass
Jabroni
If you smell what The Rock is cooking
The Samoan Sensation
The Blue Chipper
The Brahma Bull
The People’s Champion
The Great One
Know Your Role and Shut Your Mouth
Team Bring It
The Rock Just Bring It
The People’s Elbow
Rock Bottom
Finally, The Rock has come back to …
It doesn’t matter what…
Blue Hell
The millions… (and millions)
Rockpocalypse
Project Rock
The most electrifying man in sports and entertainment
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The document also includes this, “(b) the logos and all other Intellectual Property Rights set forth on Schedule A, (c) all other service marks and trademarks relating to the items in clause (a) and (b) and (c) all other nicknames, caricatures, voice, signature, gestures, routines, costumes or parts of costumes, accessories, crowns, relating to the items in clause (a), (b) or (c).” How big is this for the Rock?
By owning rights Dwayne Johnson earns a big win
The Rock securing ownership of his iconic catchphrases and intellectual property is a major win, giving him more leverage beyond wrestling. With the ongoing Bloodline and Cody Rhodes storyline, he’s got newfound creative freedom for his character.
Fans are buzzing about The People’s Champion possibly making appearances on Friday Night Smackdown and gearing up for a potential return at WrestleMania 40.
Rumors suggest he might license “The Rock” name to WWE, potentially raking in big bucks, alongside receiving $30 million worth of TKO stock by year’s end. Johnson emphasized that “The Rock” name isn’t just about business—it’s a symbol of his journey from the ring to Hollywood success.
