John Cena
About John Cena
Spanning a 23-year run with WWE, the 17-time world champion redefined what a top guy looked like — performing on the main roster since 2002 and building a legacy defined by hustle, loyalty, and an unprecedented championship haul. His shocking heel turn at Elimination Chamber in Toronto — aligning with The Rock after brutalizing Cody Rhodes, using Rhodes’ own Rolex watch as brass knuckles — was voted WWE’s top moment of 2025. At WrestleMania 41, he captured the Undisputed WWE Championship for a record 14th time, cementing his status as WWE’s recognized 17-time world champion.
Cena wrestled his final match in December 2025 at Saturday Night’s Main Event, losing to Gunther — and doing so by tapping out, a rarity in his career. Days prior, he signed a five-year extension to remain with WWE as a brand ambassador. His last in-ring appearance came as official host of WrestleMania 42 in Las Vegas. At Backlash 2026, Cena announced the “John Cena Classic,” a new fan-voted tournament featuring main roster and NXT superstars.