Dwayne Johnson Secures Rights to Iconic WWE Catchphrases

The Rock gains ownership of over two dozen phrases, including 'Jabroni' and 'Candy Ass,' as part of his board membership with TKO Group Holdings.

Dwayne Johnson, also known as The Rock, has secured the intellectual property rights to over two dozen names and phrases associated with his WWE character.
The rights were transferred to Johnson as part of his agreement to join the board of directors of TKO Group Holdings, the parent company of WWE.
Johnson's ownership includes famous catchphrases like 'If you smell what The Rock is cooking' and 'Know your role and shut your mouth,' among others.
The deal also includes a $30 million stock award for Johnson and allows him to collect royalties on merchandise bearing the trademarks.
Fans and internet users have reacted with amusement and trolling over Johnson's ownership of phrases like 'Jabroni' and 'Candy Ass.'