The Rock Waxwork Museum Swiftly Addresses Controversial Skin Tone

A French museum is taking swift action to rectify a waxwork of Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson following the star’s expressed dissatisfaction. Paris’s Grevin Museum proudly presented the life-sized figure of the famed wrestler-turned-actor earlier this month, but it garnered criticism, particularly concerning its skin tone. The Rock himself joined the chorus of disapproval, prompting the museum to initiate an “urgent” makeover.

Skin Tone Controversy

One of the primary criticisms directed at the wax figure was its portrayal of The Rock’s skin tone. Fans accused the creators of “whitewashing” the star, who has a dual heritage. The Rock, not mincing words, called for immediate action, saying, “update my wax figure with some important details, starting with my skin color.”

Museum’s Response

Museum director Yves Delhommeau swiftly responded to the controversy, vowing to “rework” the figure. He acknowledged that there was a “lighting issue” that had affected the skin tone and pledged to rectify it. Delhommeau also revealed plans for The Rock to visit the museum later to provide input on any further modifications.

Artistic Process and Background

The Grevin Museum unveiled the wax figure on October 16 and disclosed that artist Stéphane Barret relied on photos and videos to create the sculpture, describing the work as “painstaking.” Notably, the Rock’s heritage is a blend of a black Nova Scotian father and a Samoan mother. His father, Wayde Douglas Bowles, was also a wrestler known as Rocky Johnson and was part of the first black tag team to win a WWE championship.

Inquiries and Future Developments

BBC Newsbeat reached out to the Grevin Museum for additional comments on this ongoing story, but they have not responded at this time. The Rock’s representatives have also been contacted for their comments on the matter.

The controversy surrounding the portrayal of The Rock in wax form underscores the importance of accurate representation, even in the world of art and entertainment. The Grevin Museum’s swift response and commitment to addressing the issue illustrate the evolving standards of inclusivity and cultural sensitivity in today’s society. This incident serves as a reminder that even a wax figure can generate a powerful conversation about representation and diversity.

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