Dwayne Johnson Details Divorce From Ex-Wife Dany Garcia

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For Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, a divorce wasn’t in his game plan.

Everything shifted in 2007 when he and Dany Garcia divorced after 16 years together. It was especially hard for the actor, known for his role in Smashing Machine, to cope with the end of his relationship and the impact it would have on his daughter, Simone, who is now 24.

Dwayne recently shared on the Awards Chatter podcast that marriage is a long-term commitment, but sometimes things don’t go as planned. He explained that when his marriage ended, it was a difficult experience, and he immediately began to think about what kind of father he wanted to be to his child.

As he navigated these changes, he began to struggle with his mental health.

“At that time I was really going through it,” he reflected. “That was another bout of depression.”

Personal difficulties prompted Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson—who married Lauren Hashian in 2019 and has two daughters, Jasmine, 9, and Tiana, 6—to look for more uplifting acting roles. This led him to star in family-friendly films such as The Game Plan and Tooth Fairy.

He said he was focused on understanding himself, and that was his main artistic goal. He wasn’t looking for projects that would be emotionally draining; he wanted stories with positive resolutions, and that’s what he aimed for with his work.

Even if his divorce influenced his decision to take on more lighthearted roles, Dwayne genuinely enjoyed performing in them.

He said he really enjoyed making those films. He also believes they happened because, at the time, he was only looking for projects that were fun, heartwarming, and suitable for families – things that simply made him happy.

Although ending his marriage was challenging, it led to a good outcome. Dwayne and Dany eventually married Dave Rienzi in 2014 and continued to co-parent effectively, even becoming successful business partners. For over ten years, they’ve worked together as producers through their company, Seven Bucks Productions, in addition to Dany managing Dwayne’s career.

Although we didn’t end up getting married, we realized we were creating something special together, as the 53-year-old explained. We thought, ‘Maybe marriage isn’t for us, but we can definitely build a successful business.’ It just took time to make that happen.

 

For some of The Rock’s best family moments, read on.

Dwayne shared a heartfelt message with his daughter Simone on International Women’s Day 2020, telling her he’s always there for her as she pursues her dream of becoming a WWE Superstar – making her the fourth family member to train with the company.

The Rock channels Marvel’s Vision with a colorful makeover, courtesy of daughters Jasmine and Tiana.

The Rock and daughterTiana enjoy a bunny tea party.

The Rock documented daughters Jasmine and Tiana’s first fishing trip in May 2021.

Tiana plays with her dad and introduces him to “Pupples,” her plush cat.

Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson’s youngest daughter, Tiana, thinks a magical creature caused her pasta to spill over the New Year’s holiday.

Dwayne and his little girl Tiana watch The Lion King on Christmas 2020.

Okay, seriously, did you SEE Dwayne’s latest post?! His daughter, Jasmine, is just the cutest little thing, totally going to town on a Peppa Pig piñata! I’m already picturing her following in his footsteps – a future little fighter, for sure! It’s the sweetest, most adorable thing ever, and I can’t stop thinking about it!

Dwayne shared a photo of himself with Jasmine on International Women’s Day, writing a message of encouragement: ‘Blessed, strong, and you’ll achieve great things,’ implying she’ll be recognized for her accomplishments.

Dwayne shared a sweet message for his daughter Tiana on International Women’s Day, writing, ‘The world will one day hear from you too, my strong little love.’

You know, I’ve always believed that forever is a big promise. I can’t guarantee you will always feel loved, because feelings change. But what I can promise, with everything I am, is that I will love and protect you for as long as I live. It’s a different kind of forever, and honestly, it feels so much stronger and more real. Isn’t that just the sweetest thing?

Dwayne shared on Instagram that it was 11:30 AM on Thanksgiving and he was already exhausted, playfully admitting he and his baby were ‘kicked’ and lounging on the bedroom floor before even having their Thanksgiving dinner.

Dwayne took on the role of Easter Bunny as his daughter Jasmine hunted for eggs last spring.

In 2019, Dwayne Johnson’s youngest daughter, Tiana, turned one, and she’s growing up so fast!

Tiana and her big sister Jasmine rang in Christmas 2018 in matching red. 

In November 2018, Jasmine showed off her art skills using her dad’s face as a canvas. 

Well, isn’t this just the cutest?

The actor held Jasmine because she asked him to, and honestly, that’s all the explanation we need.

Halloween got a million times more adorable thanks to this family. 

Clearly, Jazzy is just as stunned by her dad’s arm muscles as we are.

Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson posted a fun photo on Women’s Equality Day in 2018 celebrating his three daughters and their ability to do anything – even playfully feed him croissants while he’s trying to stick to his diet!

In case you needed a little more cuteness in your life, Jasmine is ready to give it to you.

Twining! The actor got an adorable smile out of his littlest one in spring 2018.

What’s cuter than a mama and her girls enjoying a movie all together? 

The star sweetly gave his wife, Lauren Hashian, a hand eating while she breastfed their little one. 

In April 2018, the retired wrestler enjoyed some special bonding time with his newborn daughter and shared a heartwarming photo with his followers. He captioned the picture, “Skin to skin with our little one. So blessed and proud to welcome another strong girl into the world.”

The couple’s second daughter, Tiana Gia Johnson, was born on April 17, 2018. Her father shared on social media how the birth felt powerful, praising his partner, Lauren Hashian, for being incredibly strong during labor and delivery.

In December 2017, Johnson was all smiles as he celebrated Christmas with his oldest daughter.

Dwayne had the perfect plus-one for his Baywatch premiere when he brought daughter Simone along.

I was so thrilled to be there when Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson got his star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame! It was December 2018, and the LA sun was really shining as they honored him. It was an amazing moment for such a deserving actor.

Johnson posted a heartwarming photo with his daughter for Father’s Day in June 2017.

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2025-11-08 00:19