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Dwayne Johnson, then and now.
- Many WWE stars have crossed over into the mainstream and become huge stars.
- Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson is now a movie star.
- Other stars have children who continue their legacy, like Ric Flair.
- Still other wrestlers are now seeking higher office, including Booker T.
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World Wrestling Entertainment (better known as WWE) can be traced as far back as 1952 and has undergone a variety of name changes over the years. Today, the company has legions of fans all over the world.
With well-known events like Wrestlemania, the Royal Rumble, and King of the Ring, we have been introduced to hundreds of wrestlers, some more outrageous than others and all very skilled in the business of sports entertainment. Some even became household names and rose to legendary status in the industry.
From Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson to legendary wrestler Ric Flair, here's a look at what 26 WWE stars are up to today.