The Rock Provides Update After Criticism Over Maui Wildfire Support

The Rock has done a lot of good in the world, but sometimes controversy comes with those good deeds. Now, he is providing an update after a controversy was sparked when he wanted to help after a terrible tragedy.

Dwayne Johnson and Oprah Winfrey received strong criticism from the public in early September when they requested donations from the public to aid those impacted by the Maui wildfires, despite possessing a combined net worth exceeding $2.8 billion.

The Rock released a video on Instagram, where he addressed the current state of his Maui Wildfire relief fund. He also included a lengthy caption as an update as well.

I’m so grateful and moved by all the messages I’m receiving out of Maui from the survivors of the devastating wildfires who are now getting their personal funding from The People’s Fund of Maui.

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The strength of our people of Maui is beautiful and inspiring. Watching families and community come together after this tragedy is inspirational and I’m proud of our Polynesian people. Thank you to everyone who has helped by sending resources, love and prayers to all people affected by the fires and a loving mahalo and RESPECT to our OG cultural leaders, our local community organizations, and all our first responders and every person who came together to help our people.

And to everyone in my social media community right here. Our connection is everything because we only know how to be REAL with each other. You always tell me the truth – good or bad – I’ll always appreciate and protect that straight talk between us – you have my word to always listen, learn, grow and do better.

I’ve never launched a fund before – trust me, I’m a quick study and learn my lessons fast 😊

I totally get it and I appreciate you.

To our Maui/Lahaina survivors,
Mana is in our DNA.
All of us.
We get knocked down.
We rise back up stronger, as one.
That’s who we are as Polynesian people.
And that’s who we are as Americans.
STAY STRONG MAUI 💪🏾
Love you.

The Rock has a lot of eyes on him, and everything he does is monitored under a microscope. Some people have been very critical of The Rock in recent memory, like Val Venis who claims Dwayne Johnson sold his soul to the devil.

We’re hoping for the best when it comes to all the wildfire victims. Sadly, this kind of thing happened, but there are people who are there to lend support. Hopefully, The Rock’s contributions can do a lot of good.

What’s your take on The Rock’s efforts for wildfire victims? Let us know what you think in the comments section!