Fortnite has been bringing unexpected and awesome crossovers to gamers around the world for about five years now, and the impact it's had on popular culture is hard to calculate. Not only has the game done a great job of introducing fans to new characters and properties, but it also changes the way fans may view these crossover characters--including real-life celebrities. Recently, the NFL referred to former WWE superstar Dwayne «The Rock» Johnson as «Guy from Fortnite» in his recent Super Bowl appearance.
Dwayne «The Rock» Johnson could be considered one of the biggest action movie stars on the planet. On top of appearing in a number of blockbuster titles, he was also a legend at the WWE who is still warmly regarded by many wrestling fans today.
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Although Johnson has had a long and storied career over the years, it appears that the NFL wishes to put a spotlight on one recent development--his arrival as a skin in Fortnite. The official NFL YouTube channel shared a video titled «Guy from Fortnite with The Most Electrifying Introduction in Super Bowl History» focusing on Johnson's opening speech from the recent Super Bowl event. While this is technically an accurate title, fans of Johnson's work may be slightly confused to see the NFL refer to his video game appearance rather than his career as an actor and athlete.
Players can acquire a skin of Johnson by unlocking The Foundation skin and all accompanying cosmetics. The Foundation is the enigmatic leader of The Seven, a mysterious group of powerful characters that play a significant role in the game's story. Although he is technically a separate character from Johnson, he uses Johnson's likeness and
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