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SEC Filing Reveals $21.7 Million in TKO Equity for Dwayne Johnson

The disclosure outlines his board designation, a ten‑year trademark license, plus service-related compensation.

Overview

  • Dwayne Johnson has received $21.7 million in equity-based compensation since joining TKO’s board in January 2024, according to the new SEC filing.
  • Recognized expense from his $30 million RSU award totaled $17.7 million in 2024 and $4.0 million in 2025.
  • Royalties paid to Johnson were $900,000 in 2024 and $900,000 in 2025 under his WWE merchandising deal.
  • Travel reimbursements tied to his WWE services reached about $3.2 million, including $2.6 million in 2024 and $0.6 million in 2025.
  • The filing lists him as WWE’s director designee on TKO’s board and confirms WWE’s ten‑year license to use the 'The Rock' trademark he now owns.