Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson has addressed his new, slimmer physique, revealing in a new interview that he trimmed down to prepare for a role.

The Moana star was asked about his transformation on CBS News’ correspondent Tracy Smith on Sunday Morning.

“Yeah. Svelte!” Johnson said while laughing. “Because I’m preparing for a role.”

“So, this really is, this is like a new era for you?” Smith asked.

“It’s a new, I wouldn’t say, chapter. I would say new book,” Johnson clarified. “A whole new book. And I love it.”

The actor revealed he had actually gained weight for his upcoming film The Smashing Machine, sharing that he put on just over 30 pounds.

“I had to transform my body which was a massive challenge for me,” he said. “I like working out and just being physical and sweating every morni

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