• Video
  • Shop
  • Culture
  • Family
  • Wellness
  • Food
  • Living
  • Style
  • Travel
  • News
  • Book Club
  • Newsletter
  • Privacy Policy
  • Your US State Privacy Rights
  • Children's Online Privacy Policy
  • Interest-Based Ads
  • Terms of Use
  • Do Not Sell My Info
  • Contact Us
  • © 2026 ABC News
  • Culture

Dwayne Johnson's heartfelt post to his daughter on her 18th birthday will make you want to call your dad

7:57
Dwayne Johnson reveals the story behind his mom's nickname for him
Rhona Wise/AFP/Getty Images, FILE
ByHayley FitzPatrick
August 14, 2019, 3:34 PM

Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson posted the best birthday tribute for his oldest daughter on Wednesday.

The actor and father of three, 47, wished his first-born, Simone Alexandra Johnson, a happy 18th with an emotional note about his everlasting love for her.

"This pic of me holding your hand in the hospital was taken years ago when you were a child and you were knocked out 😴 from the anesthesia after surgery. Just me and you alone in the room, kid," he began his post, explaining the first photo.

Related Articles

(MORE: Dwayne Johnson supports Hawaii telescope protests: 'It's about respecting culture')

"I knew then you’d never have a recollection of this moment, but I wanted to take this image for what I felt then and what I feel now it represents," he continued.

He explained that the image was a reflection of their relationship. "As you go out and tackle this big ol’ world with your dreams, ambitions and hard work, the love you’re able to see daily will always guide you," he wrote. "It’s your strength."

"But remember it’s ALSO the love you never see thats quietly guiding and boundlessly supporting you every step of your journey’s way," he continued. "From us loved ones who are still here, to your loved ones who aren’t. That love is your MANA. Your spirit, your soul."

Actor Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson posted this photo with his daughter Simone to Instagram on her birthday.
therock/Instagram

The Rock also declared a "big tequila toast to my #1 (who does NOT drink so her father will drink for the both of us 🥃🤣)" in the post.

Related Articles

(MORE: Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson gives his mom a new home for Christmas in emotional post)

Dany Garcia, Simone's mother and Johnson's ex-wife, also shared a photo with her daughter to celebrate the big day. "18 came so fast my brilliant beautiful daughter," she wrote. "@simonegjohnson you are a GIFT."

Simone mostly lives out of the spotlight but acted as the first Golden Globe Ambassador at the star-studded award show last year.

Up Next in Culture—

Australian police launch investigation after Ruby Rose accuses Katy Perry of sexual assault, which Perry denies

April 15, 2026

Live Nation illegally monopolized the market for tickets, jury finds

April 15, 2026

How to watch Coachella 2026 live: Kacey Musgraves joins lineup

April 15, 2026

Anne Hathaway, Meryl Streep make 'Devil Wears Prada 2' press tour their runway

April 15, 2026

Shop GMA Favorites

ABC will receive a commission for purchases made through these links.

Sponsored Content by Taboola

The latest lifestyle and entertainment news and inspiration for how to live your best life - all from Good Morning America.
  • Contests
  • Terms of Use
  • Privacy Policy
  • Do Not Sell My Info
  • Children’s Online Privacy Policy
  • Advertise with us
  • Your US State Privacy Rights
  • Interest-Based Ads
  • About Nielsen Measurement
  • Press
  • Feedback
  • Shop FAQs
  • ABC News
  • ABC
  • All Videos
  • All Topics
  • Sitemap

© 2026 ABC News
  • Privacy Policy— 
  • Your US State Privacy Rights— 
  • Children's Online Privacy Policy— 
  • Interest-Based Ads— 
  • Terms of Use— 
  • Do Not Sell My Info— 
  • Contact Us— 

© 2026 ABC News