Johnson Addresses Backlash, Vows Improvement After Asking Public To Donate To Maui Wildfire Fund

In August 2023, wildfires in Maui, Hawaii killed over 100 people and left many more homeless.
Dwayne Johnson and Oprah Winfrey created a relief fund called People's Fund of Maui, contributing $5 million each.
They also asked the public to donate, sparking criticism that wealthy celebrities should give more themselves.
In an Instagram video, Johnson acknowledged the backlash, expressed empathy for financial struggles, and vowed to learn from the experience.
The fund has begun distributing $1200 monthly to displaced survivors and families affected by the wildfires.