DJ'S Grandfather Peter Maivia

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The video leverages the personal connection between Dwayne Johnson, his family history, and the character of Maui from Moana. The fan's gift of a vintage magazine featuring his grandfather creates an emotional and authentic moment, resonating with viewers who are fans of both Johnson and the movie.

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Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson is presented with a vintage wrestling magazine featuring his grandfather, Peter Maivia. He expresses his gratitude and explains that his grandfather was the inspiration for the character Maui in Moana.

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INCREDIBLY COOL gift from an awesome fan - a vintage wrestling magazine with my grandfather on the cover. As you see by his pictures, my grandfather, High Chief Peter Maivia was the inspiration behind my character MAUI 🪝& from MOANA. Thank you Steven 🫱🏽‍🫲🏾 I got the best fans in the world!!! #MoanaGlobalTour 🌏🌊🇬🇧