Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson responds to speculation about a possible WWE return after fans noticed a slimmer look and connected it to wrestling. Multiple reports say Johnson has explained his roughly 50-pound weight loss, but he does not frame it as an immediate move back to the ring.

According to the accounts, Johnson says the transformation is tied to his current movie role rather than training specifically for WWE. Still, questions remain because he has previously made a promise involving WrestleMania, which continues to be referenced in fan discussions and news coverage. Outlets report that the WrestleMania remark keeps the topic of whether and when he could return in the spotlight, even as he points to his film work as the reason for his recent physique change.