Dwayne Johnson to Receive ABFF Entertainment Icon Award

Dwayne Johnson, the former professional wrestler turned blockbuster actor, will receive the Entertainment Icon Award at the 8th American Black Film Festival Honors on February 16, 2026, at the SLS Hotel in Beverly Hills, California.

The event, presented by Nice Crowd, recognizes Johnson's decades-long career that began in the World Wrestling Entertainment ring and evolved into a dominant force in film and television. Co-chief executive officers and presidents of Nice Crowd, Jeff Friday and Nicole Friday, praised Johnson in a statement, saying, "Dwayne Johnson is the very definition of an entertainment icon. From his trailblazing career in sports entertainment to his extraordinary success in film and television, he has become one of the most influential and beloved figures in global culture. His journey embodies the power of perseverance, authenticity, and charisma values that reflect the spirit of ABFF. We are thrilled to honor him with this year's Entertainment Icon Award and to celebrate his incredible contributions to the world of entertainment."

Johnson debuted in WWE in 1996 as Rocky Maivia at Survivor Series and quickly rose to fame as The Rock, captivating audiences with...