Key Takeaways:
– John Cena announced his retirement from a 20-year career in WWE.
– The announcement came after he made a surprise appearance at WWE’s Money in the Bank live event.
– Cena promised his wife to never put her in any uncomfortable or dangerous situations due to his fame.
– John Cena’s last wrestling matches are the Royal Rumble 2025 and the Elimination Chamber 2025.
Professional wrestler and actor, John Cena, has proved over time that he is indeed a jack of all trades. Despite his flamboyant wrestling career and engaging screen presence, Cena values his privacy and ensures to keep his personal life away from the public. He has not only had significant achievements in the wrestling ring but also notable successes in his acting career.
Life Beyond the Wrestling Ring
Beyond Cena’s wrestling and acting career lies his rather intriguing personal life. He was first married to Elizabeth Huberdeau in 2009, which unfortunately ended in divorce three years later. Cena later found love in the arms of fellow WWE colleague, Nikki Bella, even getting engaged to her in 2017. But like the end of his first marriage, the engagement fizzled out in a year.
In 2019, Cena met Shay Shariatzadeh, a professional engineer, during the filming of ‘Playing with Fire.’ Their stars aligned, and they fell in love. During an episode of ‘Armchair Expert with Dax Shepard,’ Cena opened up about the promise he made to his wife at the altar. The WWE star-turned-actor made a significant commitment to her, aiming not to expose her to any uncomfortable or dangerous situations due to his celebrity status. Cena revealed that he always wanted his wife to feel safe and comfortable in their shared life.
They both tied the knot in 2019 and have been happily married since. Fun fact: the couple met at a Vancouver bar in British Columbia, Canada, while watching the New England Patriots play in Super Bowl LIII.
John Cena: The End of an Era
John Cena, fondly remembered as a 16-time WWE Champion and one of the biggest names in wrestling history, has decided to hang up his boots. He announced his retirement from a two-decade-long wrestling career on July 6.
His unexpected announcement came after a surprise appearance at WWE’s Money in the Bank live event in Toronto. Cena, known for his theatrical style, held up a towel that read, “The Last Time is Now”, revealing to his ardent fans that it was time for him to step out of the ring.
His wave of shocking news didn’t stop there. Cena shared that his final premium events would be the Royal Rumble 2025 and the Elimination Chamber 2025. While expressing anticipation and excitement for his last games, Cena also clarified his future stance: his involvement as a physical participant in WWE was over.
Cena reiterated his love for WWE, stating that he would continue to be involved with them not as a performer, but as a fan and an advocate. With his ring career nearing its end, John Cena hopes to carry on his WWE legacy differently, focusing on being its unwavering supporter.
As the wrestling champion steps out of the ring and into retirement, fans worldwide will remember him for the power and energy he brought into every match. His decision to retire leaves a grand legacy behind, one that will continue to inspire many young wrestling enthusiasts globally. Even as he moves away from the wrestling ring, Cena will continue to contribute towards WWE, demonstrating his unparalleled dedication and love for the sport and his fans.
