It was tense alright, but Vin Diesel has addressed the long-standing rumors of a feud with fellow action star Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson in a candid Instagram post. This revelation comes after the pair’s awkward encounter at the 2025 Golden Globes, which left fans buzzing about the status of their relationship.
The tension was palpable when Diesel called out Johnson by name during the presentation of the box office achievement award. The brief exchange, where Johnson responded with a simple smile, reminded many of the infamous Will Smith and Chris Rock incident at the 2022 Oscars, adding fuel to the speculation.
Taking to Instagram shortly after the event, Diesel shared a throwback photo of himself and Johnson from the 2011 premiere of “Fast Five” in Rio de Janeiro. The post was captioned with the words, “All love… Always…,” hinting at a possible reconciliation or, at the very least, an attempt to dispel the feud rumors.
There was some history there
The alleged rift between the two stars reportedly began during the filming of “The Fate of the Furious” in 2016, with Johnson later posting a cryptic Instagram message criticizing unnamed male co-stars. Diesel downplayed the rumors at the time, asserting that the stories were exaggerated and that he and Johnson were actually close.
Despite their differences, both actors have publicly expressed mutual respect and admiration over the years. Johnson even made a cameo in “Fast X” in 2023, confirming his return for the “Hobbs & Shaw” spin-off, which further suggested that the pair had moved past their earlier conflicts.
As Diesel’s recent post suggests, there may still be hope for a resolution between the two Hollywood heavyweights. Whether this marks the beginning of a renewed friendship or simply a gesture of goodwill, it is clear that fans remain deeply invested in the relationship between these two icons.