Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson has announced his return to the ‘Fast and Furious’ franchise, confirming that he will reprise his role as Luke Hobbs. This comes after a highly publicized feud between Johnson and co-star Vin Diesel, which now appears to have been resolved. In a Twitter post, Johnson shared the news with fans around the world, stating, “So I am 100 percent confirming to you guys around the world that yes, it is true. Hobbs is back. Hobbs is back in the ‘Fast and Furious’ franchise.”
Johnson also took the opportunity to address the feud with Diesel, expressing a sense of reconciliation. He emphasized the long-standing bond between them, saying, “Despite having our differences, me and Vin, we’ve been like brothers for years. And despite having our differences… when you lead with the idea of… number one, resolve. But also, you just think about the future and you think about plans that are much bigger than ourselves. Those plans are the bigger build-outs.”
He further elaborated on his perspective, explaining the importance of having a guiding principle or goal. Johnson referred to this as his “North Star,” a concept that guides him in his endeavors and keeps him focused. He stated, “The North Star is always my guiding light in whatever endeavor or opportunity that I’m in, that I’m passionate about. I always keep a North star in my clarity and in my focus. In this case, the North Star is the franchise that we love. The North Star are characters that we love. And the North Star are fans that we love. So, when you add all of that up, it’s really not a hard decision to make.”
Vin Diesel also shared his perspective on the situation, acknowledging that he had taken a “tough love” approach with Johnson in the past. In an interview with Men’s Health magazine, Diesel explained, “We had to get there, and sometimes, at that time, I could give a lot of tough love. Not Fellini-esque, but I would do anything I’d have to do in order to get performances in anything I’m producing.”
The resolution of the feud between Johnson and Diesel marks a significant development for the ‘Fast and Furious’ franchise, as their characters have been central to its success. Fans can now look forward to seeing Johnson back in action as Luke Hobbs, bringing his signature charisma and physicality to the screen once again. The reunion of these two prominent stars will undoubtedly generate excitement among both longtime followers of the series and new audiences alike.