Last updated on December 6th, 2024 at 09:37 am
Dwayne Johnson shared a heartwarming interaction where he met a “cancer warrior” during a recent shopping trip to Target.
The Hollywood megastar and former wrestler was in Clifton, New Jersey, when he stopped by the store.
As always, he was mobbed by fans wanting a selfie. But one person in particular caught his eye – and their meeting has captured hearts online.
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Spotting a bubbly woman named Shari Gordon Magill, he says, “Good to see you. How are you feeling?”
To which she responds, “Stage 4 pancreatic cancer, can’t do anything about it.”
Initially, Shari’s response knocks Dwayne Johnson, and he offers to take a photo with her.
But after reflecting on her positivity in the face of such monumental health challenges and collecting his thoughts, he quickly engages her in conversation.
When she begins explaining her condition, Johnson – also known as The Rock – calls her a “warrior.”
The amazingly upbeat Shari even tells Johnson, “This is why I look like you!” in reference to her bald head from chemotherapy.
Reflecting later on social media, Dwayne Johnson posted on Instagram: “Had to stop and spend a moment to meet this beautiful WARRIOR. We gotta keep fighting. Amen. Stay strong and keep fighting.”
Fans online were equally impressed with the lady’s positivity.
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One said: “Wishing the best to that sweet lady going through the cancer battle. She’s got a great spirit.”
Another added: “From one cancer warrior to another – keep fighting! The Rock is such a humble guy.”
Shari, replying to the thread on Instagram, said: “Was a pleasure to meet you. Thank you for taking a picture with me. I hope to meet you again soon.”
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During his time at the store, Johnson also made time for other fans.
He even took a moment to hold a sweet baby and take a picture.
Johnson has a lot on his plate, with a slate of new movies scheduled for release in the coming year or so, including reprising his role voicing Maui in Moana 2, scheduled to be released this month.
So it was heartwarming to see him taking the time to meet fans going about their business in Target.