Rebecca Ferguson Exposes On-Set Harassment, Dwayne Johnson Stands by Co-Star

Actor Dwayne Johnson has come to the defense of former co-star Rebecca Ferguson amidst her claims of mistreatment by a fellow actor on set. Ferguson, known for her role as Lady Jessica in Dune: Part Two, has also appeared in major blockbusters like the Mission: Impossible series, Rogue One, Fallout, and Dead Reckoning, along with the sci-fi hit Silo on Apple TV+. Prior to her recent success, Ferguson had supporting roles in films such as The Greatest Showman, Florence Foster Jenkins, and Hercules, where she starred alongside Johnson.

In response to an interview clip where Ferguson described working with an "absolute idiot of a co-star" who "screamed at" her, Johnson issued a statement in her defense. Ferguson revealed that despite the mistreatment, she stood up to the behavior of this individual, who happened to hold the top position on the call sheet. Unfortunately, no one else intervened to support her during that difficult situation.

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Johnson showed his support for Ferguson on Twitter, expressing admiration for her courage in standing up against adversity. He referred to her as a guardian angel on set, and expressed a desire to uncover the perpetrator behind the incident.

Unpacking Rebecca Ferguson’s Claims

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Ferguson and Johnson collaborated on the film Hercules in 2014. There were online speculations suggesting that The Rock was the one who mistreated the Swedish actress. Given Johnson's role as the lead in Hercules and his status as a major star, he seemed to match the description. However, Johnson's recent statement suggests that he was likely not the one responsible.

With Johnson now seemingly cleared of any wrongdoing, attention has turned to other possible suspects. Some online theories point to Tom Cruise, who starred alongside Ferguson in the Mission: Impossible movies, as the potential culprit. Others speculate that Ferguson may be referring to Hugh Grant, her co-star in Florence Foster Jenkins.

Ferguson demonstrates tact in her statement by choosing to keep her co-star's name confidential and using gender-neutral language. While some prominent men may seem to be responsible for the behavior, Ferguson suggests that her bully could also be a woman she collaborated with on a different film. The unsettling behavior towards Ferguson is concerning, but it is unlikely that Johnson is the culprit.

Editor's P/S:

The article highlights the unfortunate reality of mistreatment on film sets, particularly for women. Rebecca Ferguson's bravery in speaking out is commendable, and it is encouraging to see Dwayne Johnson's support for her. His defense of her and his desire to uncover the perpetrator demonstrate a commitment to holding people accountable for their actions.

While it is disappointing that Ferguson's fellow cast members did not intervene, Johnson's response shows that there are those willing to stand up for those facing mistreatment. It is crucial that the industry creates a safe and respectful environment for all, and that those who engage in bullying behavior are held responsible. Ferguson's experience serves as a reminder of the importance of speaking up and supporting victims of mistreatment.