Dwayne Johnson admires Themba Gorimbo's selfless, determined journey from poverty
Posted : 05 August 2023
Themba Gorimbo's remarkable journey from poverty to UFC success caught the attention of none other than Hollywood star Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson. After Gorimbo won his first professional fight and sent the money back to his village in Zimbabwe for a well, Johnson was deeply moved by his selflessness and determination.
Gorimbo's life had been marked by hardship, as he lost his parents at a young age and endured dangerous work in illegal diamond mining. Seeking a new path, he moved to Miami, where he trained tirelessly and slept on a gym couch. In June, Johnson learned of Gorimbo's story through Twitter and vowed to help him.
In a heartwarming video posted on social media, Johnson surprised Gorimbo during an interview about their interaction. Tearfully, Gorimbo thanked Johnson for being an inspiration and promised to become a champion.
Moved by Gorimbo's decision to use his fight earnings to benefit his village, Johnson flew to meet him in person. He expressed his admiration for Gorimbo's selflessness and dedication to his community. Johnson then handed Gorimbo a key to a new home, saying, "I wanted to say welcome home."
Overwhelmed with gratitude, Gorimbo shared his appreciation on Twitter, vowing to use his newfound success as motivation to change the lives of others. The encounter with "The Rock" had been life-changing, and Gorimbo was determined to make a positive impact on those around him.
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