Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson has found himself in hot water after repeatedly claiming to be a first-time In-N-Out Burger customer on three separate occasions, spanning multiple years. This pattern of deception has led to growing criticism and skepticism from fans and media alike.
The controversy began in 2017 when Johnson posted on Instagram claiming he’d never been to In-N-Out. He repeated this claim in August 2022 with a video stating, “this is the very first time that I have ever tried an In-N-Out burger.” The situation escalated when, in December 2023, Johnson once again proclaimed his “first In-N-Out Burger experience,” complete with claims about not knowing “the lingo” or even where to pay.
The repeated fabrication caught the attention of popular YouTuber penguinz0, who created a viral video exposing The Rock’s contradictory claims. The mounting evidence forced Johnson to ultimately modify his Instagram post, acknowledging that he had, in fact, visited In-N-Out years ago but had “totally forgot about it.”
This fast-food controversy is part of a larger pattern of questionable claims by Johnson, particularly regarding his diet and exercise routines. Fitness experts, including Greg Doucette, have publicly challenged Johnson’s claims about consuming 6,000-8,000 calories daily while maintaining his physique. Doucette analyzed Johnson’s published meal plan and concluded it actually showed closer to 3,000 calories, suggesting The Rock’s statements were greatly exaggerated.
The repeated inconsistencies in Johnson’s public statements have contributed to a growing perception of in authenticity, with critics dubbing him “the fakest celebrity in Hollywood.”
