The Rock Posts Tribute To Stan Lee. Will he Join the MCU?
One of the more tantalizing rumors surrounding the Marvel Cinematic Universe, is the idea that Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson may eventually join it.
For those who haven’t been following The Rock’s career closely, he recently starred in the DC Universe’s blockbuster, Black Adam. Unfortunately, the film received poor reviews and stumbled at the box office.
Following this disappointment, DC Studios announced they were hiring James Gunn (of Guardians the Galaxy fame) and Peter Safran as co-CEOs of the company. Are you with me so far?
Johnson initially remained silent on both Black Adams struggles, and the shakeup at DC Studios, before he announced that he was leaving the universe and would not be portraying Black Adam again.
With the Rock no longer a member of the DC Universe, all eyes turned to the MCU. After all Johnson may just be the biggest action star on the planet. While speculation has continued to sizzle around a potential move the MCU, the Rock has once again remained silent.
Yesterday however, fans were a buzz, when Johnson posted a touching tribute to his friend and Marvel Comics icon Stan Lee.
In his post, Johnson wrote that Lee had encouraged and supported him when he made his transition to Hollywood. Here is the full post
Happy Heavenly Birthday to an old friend and mentor @TheRealStanLee
As I broke into Hollywood many years ago, he was always so supportive and encouraging which blew me away.
His kindness really moved me.
Years later I got to say thank you
🙏🏾❤️
Stan would’ve been 100 today 🕊️ pic.twitter.com/2q56lYCZD4— Dwayne Johnson (@TheRock) December 29, 2022
While I am not sure that posting a tribute to your recently departed friend is a hint that you will be joining a intellectual property, I am in the minority. Since the post, the idea that The Rock will be joining the MCU has taken over the internet.
So what do you think? Will The Rock be joining the MCU? Is his message to Stan Lee a clue? Let me know below!