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'I'm completely heartbroken': Dwayne Johnson speaks on devastating Hawaii wildfires

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‘Heartbroken’ Dwayne Johnson sends message to people of Hawaii after devastating wildfires

Wrestler-turned-actor Dwayne Johnson says he is “completely heartbroken” over the deadly wildfires in Maui, as he urged natives and workers to “stay strong”.

The 51-year-old posted a video on Instagram on Sunday, addressing the deadliest US wildfire in more than a century. The blaze has killed at least 93 people and destroyed a town.

Describing his heartbreak, the actor pointed his fans to the Hawaii Community Foundation for relief efforts.

Johnson, who lived in Hawaii growing up, said: “I'm completely heartbroken over this and I know all of you are too.”

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