Fast and the Furious franchise

Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson considers political career, White House run

The wrestler-turned-actor, 44, said the excitement surrounding last week's United States presidential election had renewed public interest in him running for office.

"I love my country, I'm extremely patriotic and I also feel, especially now, leadership is so important, great leadership is so important, respected leadership is so important," Johnson, star of The Fast and the Furious franchise, said.

Asked specifically about a potential White House run, Johnson replied: