Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson is an actor, wrestler, and global icon who commands larger-than-life respect, but on January 18, 2025, he showed his softer side to his fans.
In one adorable Instagram video, Johnson, 52, shared a fun playtime session with his daughters, aged 9-year-old Jasmine and 6-year-old Tiana. When getting ready for the gym session, the superstar let his young ladies give him an all-over makeover — complete with bright pink lipstick, shimmering eyeshadow, and heart-shaped clip-on earrings.
Set to the melancholy tune of Simon & Garfunkel’s “The Sound of Silence,” the stoic video shows Johnson sitting stoically while his daughters giggle and apply their artistic touches. His mock-serious expression, in set contrast to their squeals of laughter, makes for a charming juxtaposition. Johnson later joked in his caption,
“They said they’d make it quick. I’m late to the gym, but this is worth every second.”
This isn’t the first time Johnson has shared the joys and hilarities of being a “girl dad” with his millions of followers. In fact, over the years, he’s become almost as famous for his candid and humorous parenting posts as he is for blockbuster films.
From wearing wigs and tutus at Christmas makeovers to becoming a victim of his daughters’ pranks, such as their favorite game, “Daddy Close Your Eyes,” Johnson has taken it all with open arms and a pinch of humor.
In December 2022, Jasmine and Tiana gave their dad a holiday makeover with glittery makeup and a tutu attempt that ended in uproarious laughter.
“I may be a big guy, but my daughters have me wrapped around their little fingers,”
He quipped. Such moments reveal the playful streak in Johnson and reflect a deeply ingrained commitment to being available for his daughters, no matter how hectic his schedule has been.
Johnson’s reflections in the video’s caption underscore an important aspect of parenting: cherishing the small, everyday moments. “I know they won’t always be little or prefer hanging out with daddy when they’re older,” he wrote, capturing a sentiment familiar to parents everywhere.
Balancing a career as one of Hollywood’s busiest stars with the demands of fatherhood is no easy feat. Yet, Johnson constantly prioritizes family time: tea parties, fishing trips, and sandcastle competitions. His posts offer a rare glimpse into the life of a man who juggles fame and fatherhood with grace.
These moments are not just memories to be created for his daughters but also very important lessons to be learned. Johnson, in interviews, has spoken about teaching his children the importance of kindness, humility, and resilience.
“It’s not just about being their dad,” he shared in a 2024 interview. “It’s about showing them what love and respect look like.”
While Jasmine and Tiana scrawled smudgy strokes of pink across their dad’s face with huge grins playing on their faces during the fun scene, they are videoing an “Instagram” posting. They share a bond-and a memory-long gone when lipstick smear is washed.
Johnson’s video resonated deeply with fans, who flooded the comments section with praise for his parenting style. One fan wrote, “You’re not just a superstar — you’re a super dad!” Another added, “Thank you for showing that real strength lies in vulnerability and love.”
Dwayne Johnson, as if in wresting and acting achievements, feels that the best role he could have played so far is to become a father. It was as if moments he shared with Jasmine and Tiana had taught him the lessons about parenting; not necessarily through grand actions but through mere presence, playful energy, and being fully attentive.
