Dwayne Johnson has responded to the backlash he received after launching a recovery fund for Maui residents affected by deadly wildfires. The actor acknowledges the criticism and expresses regret for his handling of the fund. Johnson, who started the fund with Oprah Winfrey, has learned from the experience and appreciates those who openly voiced their concerns. Despite the controversy, Johnson emphasizes the positive impact the fund has had on survivors. He understands the criticism and is taking it as a lesson.
Dwayne Johnson is saying he learned his lesson after facing criticism over his Maui wildfire fund #THRNews https://t.co/mr0PgHjbdM
Dwayne Johnson says he’s been moved by all the messages he’s received from survivors that have benefited from The People’s Fund of Maui following last month’s wildfires, but that he also appreciates those who spoke openly about their issues with the fund https://t.co/GdLJXJATeK
After some weeks of reflection and ardent criticism, Dwayne Johnson has expressed regret in his handling of the Maui wildfire relief fund he launched with Oprah Winfrey in August. Story: https://t.co/qjA5m91Ftc https://t.co/vjtHtkkTkc
Dwayne Johnson is addressing the backlash he received earlier this year when he alongside Oprah Winfrey started a fund to aid victims of the Maui wildfires (click photo below for story) https://t.co/hOfAyKPcfx https://t.co/UVFiTbOqbg
Dwayne Johnson Addresses Maui Wildfire Fund Backlash: "I Could've Been Better" https://t.co/hOfAyKPK55
Dwayne Johnson Says He Learned "My Lessons Fast" After Facing Criticism Over Maui Wildfire Fund https://t.co/Bqt6cubaCC
Dwayne Johnson apologizes for asking those living 'paycheck to paycheck' to donate to his Maui wildfire fund https://t.co/Zi8hVSizf7
Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson says he “completely” understands the criticism he received after launching a recovery fund for Maui residents following the Hawaiian island’s deadly wildfires https://t.co/vfQqk4tfHi https://t.co/hnVTs4SVKf