Dwayne Johnson Celebrates Danny DeVito as Jumanji Wraps for the Veteran Actor
In an emotional social media post this week, Dwayne Johnson announced that filming has wrapped on the latest Jumanji installment for Danny DeVito, offering heartfelt praise for the veteran actor’s influence on set and calling the experience an honor. The moment highlights the close bonds forming among the franchise’s ensemble as the series expands with new faces and familiar chemistry.
Johnson’s heartfelt tribute
Johnson shared photos and a note celebrating DeVito’s completion of his scenes, describing the chance to work with the actor as both a privilege and a learning experience. He wrote that working with DeVito and learning from him had been an honor and that calling him a friend would always be a privilege. In accompanying images, the lead actor is seen embracing DeVito and offering a playful kiss to the top of his head, underscoring a blend of affection and admiration.
Johnson also thanked DeVito for bringing an "anchoring heart and JOY" to the franchise and invited the actor to collaborate on future projects. A lighter moment in the post included a jokey plea for DeVito to "please keep smilin’ and please keep exfoliating the top of your head, " a line that fans quickly picked up on for its warmth and humor.
What DeVito brings to the Jumanji world
DeVito’s casting in the expanding Jumanji universe has generated excitement because of his ability to blend pathos and comedy—traits that have long defined his career. On set, that mix can translate into scenes that anchor fantastical action with grounded, character-driven beats. Johnson’s tribute emphasized DeVito’s role as both a comedic force and a stabilizing presence, suggesting the actor’s contribution goes beyond a single performance to shape the tone of the production.
While details of DeVito’s character and story arc are being kept under wraps, the actor’s history of memorable supporting turns means expectations are high. Collaborations like this often give ensemble films an emotional core, and Johnson’s public remarks framed DeVito as precisely the kind of performer who elevates that core with charm and spontaneity.
Fan reaction and next steps for the franchise
Fans reacted quickly to the announcement, with many praising the choice and expressing surprise and delight at DeVito’s involvement. Viewers pointed to the sincere camaraderie between Johnson and his co-stars as part of what makes the franchise appealing, highlighting how off-screen friendships can translate into on-screen chemistry.
With filming wrapped for DeVito’s scenes, attention will turn to post-production and the broader schedule for the new entry. Johnson’s message also hinted at future collaborations, leaving open the possibility that DeVito could become a recurring presence in the series. For now, the main takeaway is a clear sense of mutual respect: an action-movie star and a veteran character actor publicly acknowledging the value they found in working together.
As updates emerge about the film’s release timeline and more casting details surface, the industry and fans alike will be watching how this latest chapter of the franchise shapes up. For Johnson and DeVito, the announced wrap marks both an end to principal photography for the actor’s role and, perhaps, the start of a creative partnership that extends beyond a single picture.
