"Peeing in bottles is vile!"— Internet reacts as Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson admits to urinating in bottles on set

American actor and professional wrestler, Dwayne Johnson, popularly known as "The Rock," recently revealed a peculiar on-set habit that has sparked an uproar online.

In a cover story published by GQ on November 11, 2024, Johnson admitted to urinating in bottles during film shoots to save time, explaining it as a practical solution when he’s too far from a restroom.

This revelation, combined with reports of Johnson’s occasional alleged lateness to set, has generated a flurry of reactions. In the GQ interview, Johnson stated:

"Yeah, that happens… I’ve said a thousand times: 'Hey, I’m here. Come and ask me. And I’ll tell you the truth.'"

He clarified that while he might be late to set on occasion, the claim that he has been hours late is exaggerated, saying, "That was a bananas amount. That’s crazy. Ridiculous."

Despite these clarifications, many social media users commented on the practical and hygienic aspects of his solution.

"I'm sorry what?? peeing in bottles is vile! idc where you are, there is most likely going to be a toilet if you care to look for it," one Reddit user wrote.

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"What if he misses the bottle opening and gets pee on the outside of the bottle? Does he walk around with pee hands all day? Omg," another person said.

"And I know he wasn’t picking up those p*ss bottles either. That behavior is crazy in and of itself, but subjecting other human beings to your freakish tendencies is just yucky. Absolute FREAK," one person commented.

The sentiment of disapproval was echoed among other netizens, with many questioning whether this approach was necessary.

"I feel so sorry for the minimum wage crew member that has to deal with his p*ss bottles. Just get to work on time and do your business in a toilet like the rest of us," another netizen said.

"Peeing in bottles is just nasty. How lazy can you be that you can’t just go to an actual bathroom," another person wrote.

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Dwayne Johnson’s Red One's director and co-star defend the actor

Dwayne Johnson’s director, Jake Kasdan, and co-star, Chris Evans, defended him, calling him professional and considerate of crew schedules. Kasdan told GQ:

"[Dwayne] never missed a day of work ever. He has a lot going on. He can be late sometimes, but such is Hollywood — that’s the case with everybody. Honestly, I’ve made three big movies with him. I’ve never seen him be anything but great to every single person on the set."

Evans echoed these sentiments, noting that Johnson’s slight delays are well-planned and don’t disrupt production, describing him as predictable and professional. In GQ’s interview, Chris Evans recounted Johnson’s generosity toward the crew during filming, describing how Johnson gave out nearly $100,000 to crew members in a single day.

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Dwayne Johnson talks about Hollywood life, set habits, and upcoming films in GQ Interview

In his GQ interview, Dwayne Johnson opened up about the challenges of maintaining solitude despite his massive public presence. Standing at six feet four inches, with distinctive features and a broad frame, Johnson’s unmistakable appearance makes him recognizable from almost any distance, limiting his ability to be alone.

He noted that he has only a few true retreats: his car, which he prefers to drive himself to sit for privacy, his gym, and his expansive Virginia property, complete with a Victorian-style house, three-acre pond, and a horse barn.

Reflecting on his life in the public eye, Dwayne Johnson shared that stepping outside his door typically begins a "whirlwind" of interactions with fans, colleagues, and even family, including his wife, Lauren Hashian, and ex-wife Dany Garcia, who remains his business partner.

Johnson’s schedule reflects his commitment to constant activity. Recently, he completed filming The Smashing Machine in Japan and appeared at a Disney event to announce his upcoming role in Monster Jam. This fall, he has two releases—Red One and Moana 2.

Dwayne Johnson's fans are anticipating his upcoming movie, Red One. Set for a November 15 release, the holiday-themed action-comedy, produced by Amazon MGM Studios, stars Johnson alongside Chris Evans.