LOS ANGELES, July 12 (Reuters) – Dwayne Johnson confessed to stealing a prop from the set of “Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle.” The item: the original dice used by Robin Williams in the 1995 film.
Johnson, 54, admitted the theft in an exclusive interview with People magazine. He said he pocketed the dice as a personal tribute to Williams, who died in 2014.
“I wanted a piece of Robin’s magic with me,” Johnson told People. “Those dice represented the spirit of Jumanji—adventure, chaos, and heart.”
The confession has sparked debate. Some call it unethical. Others praise the gesture.
Johnson recalled the incident with humor. He said he took the dice from a prop table during filming. When crew members asked for its return, he jokingly denied having it.
“It was a little white lie for a bigger purpose,” he said.
The dice now sit in Johnson’s office. They serve as a physical link to Williams’ legacy. Williams played Alan Parrish in the 1995 original, a role blending comedy and vulnerability.
Johnson has long admired Williams. In a 2020 Instagram post, he called Williams “a hero and a friend.”
The story resonates with the Jumanji franchise’s themes. The 1995 film introduced Williams to a new generation. Johnson’s reboot trilogy (2017-2019) revived the series. The dice bridge these eras.
Fan reactions shifted from outrage to understanding. Social media saw hashtags like #JumanjiDice and #RobinWilliamsTribute trend briefly. Many noted Johnson’s action, while technically wrong, was motivated by love.
The confession has become a marketing touchstone for the upcoming “Jumanji: Open World” (2026). It reminds audiences of the franchise’s emotional core.
Johnson’s “heist” is more than a confession. It is a tribute to Williams’ enduring impact. A playful act with a serious message.
💡 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- Q: Did Dwayne Johnson really steal the Jumanji dice from the set?
- A: Yes, Johnson admitted to taking the original dice used by Robin Williams in the 1995 film ‘Jumanji’ from the set of ‘Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle’ as a personal tribute.
- Q: Why did Dwayne Johnson take the Jumanji dice?
- A: Johnson took the dice to keep a piece of Robin Williams’ magic and legacy, citing the dice as representing the spirit of Jumanji.
- Q: How did fans react to Dwayne Johnson’s confession?
- A: Reactions were mixed, with some criticizing the act as unethical and others praising it as a heartfelt tribute. Social media trends like #JumanjiDice and #RobinWilliamsTribute briefly gained traction.
- Q: Where are the stolen Jumanji dice now?
- A: The dice are kept in Dwayne Johnson’s office as a physical reminder of Robin Williams’ legacy.
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For more details, see the original People magazine exclusive: People.com . Additional reporting from MorungExpress and Telangana Today.