In a memorable moment at the 82nd Annual Golden Globe Awards, Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson and Auli’i Cravalho took the stage to present the award for Best Supporting Female Actor in a Motion Picture, which was awarded to Zoe Saldaña for her powerful performance in Emilia Pérez. Upon accepting the prestigious honor, Saldaña expressed her profound gratitude, acknowledging the significance of the role and paying tribute to the actresses who had previously portrayed the character.
The evening proved particularly significant for Johnson, whose film Moana 2 received a nomination for Best Animated Motion Picture. Speaking from the red carpet alongside his daughter Simone, the 52-year-old actor shared his enthusiasm for reprising his role as Maui in the upcoming live-action adaptation of Moana. Johnson, who appeared at the ceremony following his Instagram announcement of his presenting duties, demonstrated his continued commitment to the franchise which has resonated deeply with audiences worldwide.
During the evening’s festivities, Johnson spoke passionately about the impact of Moana on his family, particularly his three daughters – Simone, Jasmine, and Tiana. As mentioned by eonline.com, The Rock stated “Of everything that I love about Moana, the thing that I love most is all three of my daughters see themselves in Moana,” Johnson shared, emphasizing the film’s importance in empowering young women. He expressed joy in his role as Maui, noting how the character allows him to contribute to inspiring and emboldening young girls through storytelling.
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