Vin Diesel Teases ‘Fast & Furious’ Star Dwayne Johnson at Golden Globes
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Vin Diesel made headlines at the 2025 Golden Globe Awards by addressing his former Fast & Furious co-star Dwayne Johnson, signaling a continued thaw in their once-contentious relationship. During the ceremony, Diesel, presenting the Golden Globe for Cinematic Box Office, used the moment to acknowledge Johnson, who was seated prominently in the audience.
“Hey Dwayne,” Diesel said from the stage, his greeting drawing immediate attention. Johnson, dressed sharply in a lilac suit, responded with a subtle nod, marking a brief but significant interaction between the two action stars.
The exchange held weight for fans familiar with their well-documented tensions. Diesel and Johnson first teamed up in Fast Five (2011), where Johnson’s character, Luke Hobbs, became an integral part of the franchise. However, behind-the-scenes drama reportedly arose during the production of The Fate of the Furious (2017). The tension allegedly stemmed from differing work styles and creative visions, leading to public speculation about their relationship.
Johnson later took a step back from the main series, focusing on the franchise’s spinoff, Hobbs & Shaw (2019), which further fueled rumors of a rift between the two stars. However, in June 2023, Johnson surprised fans with a social media post announcing that he and Diesel had reconciled.
“Last summer Vin and I put all the past behind us,” Johnson wrote on X (formerly Twitter). “We’ll lead with brotherhood and resolve — and always take care of the franchise, characters & FANS that we love.” The post also confirmed Johnson’s return to the franchise in FASTX: Part II, much to the delight of fans.
The brief but meaningful interaction at the Golden Globes appeared to reinforce this renewed camaraderie. While their greeting was simple, its significance was not lost on the audience, who erupted in applause.
The relationship between Diesel and Johnson has long been a point of intrigue for fans of the Fast & Furious series. Their characters, Dominic Toretto and Luke Hobbs, had an intense on-screen rivalry that seemed to mirror their off-screen dynamics. Despite the drama, both stars have consistently expressed their commitment to the franchise and its fans.
Diesel’s decision to acknowledge Johnson during the prestigious event could be seen as a gesture of goodwill, further dispelling lingering doubts about their reconciliation. As both actors prepare to reunite on-screen in the highly anticipated FASTX: Part II, their interaction at the Golden Globes signals a hopeful chapter for the beloved franchise and its cast.
For now, fans can look forward to seeing the duo’s dynamic return to action, with both stars leading the charge in what promises to be another thrilling installment of the Fast & Furious saga.
