TORONTO, Canada. John Cena, the iconic wrestler-turned-actor, announced on Saturday night that he will retire from professional wrestling after the 2025 season, marking the end of a legendary two-decade career.
In an emotional speech delivered to a packed stadium of World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE) fans in Toronto, Cena revealed his plans to step away from the ring. The announcement was met with boos of disappointment from the crowd. Cena promised a farewell tour with numerous dates and an epic final match, ensuring fans that he would remain involved with the WWE franchise that catapulted him to stardom.
“Thank you so much for letting me play in the house that you built for so many years,” Cena told the audience, his voice filled with gratitude.
At a subsequent news conference, Cena elaborated on his decision, stating that he feels physically “at my end.” However, he emphasized that this does not mean he will completely distance himself from the sport he loves.
Cena, a 16-time WWE champion, first gained fame in the early 2000s as the “Doctor of Thuganomics,” a fan-favorite rapper character known for his gold chains, backward hat, and rap battle challenges. Over the years, he has portrayed several popular personas, both in the ring and on the silver screen.
In addition to his wrestling career, Cena has successfully transitioned into acting, starring in films such as “Blockers” and “The Suicide Squad.” He has made multiple appearances in the “Fast & Furious” franchise and recently appeared in the comedy thriller “Argylle” and the box office hit “Barbie.”
Cena’s retirement marks the end of an era for WWE fans, but his legacy will undoubtedly continue both in wrestling and in Hollywood.
Paraluman P. Funtanilla
Paraluman P. Funtanilla is Tutubi News Magazine's Marketing Specialist and is a Contributing Editor. She finished her degree in Communication Arts in De La Salle Lipa. She has worked as a Digital Marketer for start-up businesses and small business spaces for the past two years. She has earned certificates from Coursera on Brand Management: Aligning Business Brand and Behavior and Viral Marketing and How to Craft Contagious Content. She also worked with Asia Express Romania TV Show.
