The Rock discusses recent cancer scare and all-clear diagnosis
Wrestling Inc • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 16, 2026, 1:00 AM
Last updated Jun 16, 2026

Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson revealed he recently faced a cancer scare after discovering a painful lump on a testicle. During a June 2026 interview with Esquire, Johnson initially withheld information from his wife and sought medical attention following the discovery. He was diagnosed with epididymitis, a condition that raises concerns about cancer, but ultimately received an all-clear status. Currently, he is promoting the upcoming 'Jumanji: Open World' event and a live-action 'Moana' film set for release this year.
- •Dwayne Johnson experienced a cancer scare due to a painful lump.
- •He kept the scare private initially, even from his wife.
- •Johnson's condition was diagnosed as epididymitis.
- •He received an all-clear after further medical examination.
- •Johnson is working on 'Jumanji: Open World' and 'Moana' films.
- 1:00 AMWrestling Inc — WWE's The Rock Opens Up About Recent Cancer Scare
"Although he's since been given the all-clear, former WWE star Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson revealed that he dealt with a recent cancer scare.
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