{"id":623,"date":"2025-05-18T20:25:33","date_gmt":"2025-05-18T20:25:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/votters.com\/about\/?p=623"},"modified":"2025-06-12T11:19:09","modified_gmt":"2025-06-12T11:19:09","slug":"john-cena","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/votters.com\/about\/john-cena\/","title":{"rendered":"John Cena Biography, Movies, Memes &amp; Voting Lists"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"225\" height=\"225\" src=\"https:\/\/votters.com\/about\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/John-Cena.png\" alt=\"John Cena\" class=\"wp-image-624\" style=\"width:277px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/votters.com\/about\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/John-Cena.png 225w, https:\/\/votters.com\/about\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/John-Cena-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/votters.com\/about\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/John-Cena-50x50.png 50w, https:\/\/votters.com\/about\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/John-Cena-100x100.png 100w, https:\/\/votters.com\/about\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/John-Cena-200x200.png 200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Lists:<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/votters.com\/list-44-the-best-wrestling-champion-in-history\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The Best Wrestling Champions In of All Time<\/a><br><a href=\"https:\/\/votters.com\/list-130-the-best-finishing-moves-in-wrestling-history\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The Best Finishing Moves in Wrestling History<\/a><br><a href=\"https:\/\/votters.com\/list-117-a-list-of-john-cena-movies-ranked-by-voters\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">All John Cena Movies Ranked by Fans \u2013 From Best to Worst<\/a><br><a href=\"https:\/\/votters.com\/list-118-john-cena-songs-complete-list\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">All John Cena Songs Ranked by &#8211; From Best To Worst<\/a><br><a href=\"https:\/\/votters.com\/list-120-hilarious-john-cena-memes\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Hilarious John Cena Memes<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Full Name:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">John Felix Anthony Cena Jr.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Ring Name:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">John Cena<br>(Other nicknames: The Champ, Doctor of Thuganomics, The Franchise, Super Cena)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Date of Birth:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">April 23, 1977<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Place of Birth:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">West Newbury, Massachusetts, USA<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Nationality:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">American<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Occupations:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Professional Wrestler<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Actor<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Television Host<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Rapper<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Philanthropist<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Entrepreneur<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Early Life &amp; Education<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">John Cena was born into a family of Italian, French-Canadian, and English descent. He is the second of five brothers. Passionate about sports and fitness, he attended <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cushing.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Cushing Academy<\/a><\/strong>, a private prep school in Massachusetts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Graduated from <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/springfieldfet.co.za\/default.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Springfield College<\/a><\/strong> in 1999 with a degree in <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/springfield.edu\/graduate-programs\/clinical-exercise-physiology\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Exercise Physiology<\/a><\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Played collegiate <a href=\"https:\/\/www.d3football.com\/landing\/index\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>football<\/strong> (NCAA Division III)<\/a> as an All-American center.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Moved to California after college to pursue a career in bodybuilding and worked as a limousine driver.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Professional Wrestling Career<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Training &amp; Debut (1999\u20132001)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Began training at <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ultraprowrestling.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Ultimate Pro Wrestling (UPW)<\/a><\/strong> in California.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Debuted in 1999 under the name &#8220;<strong>The Prototype<\/strong>&#8220;, portraying a semi-robotic, arrogant heel.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Signed a developmental deal with <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wwe.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">WWE<\/a> (then WWF)<\/strong> in 2000 and was assigned to <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/ovwrestling.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Ohio Valley Wrestling (OVW)<\/a><\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>WWE Debut &amp; Rise (2002\u20132004)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Official WWE debut: <strong>June 27, 2002<\/strong>, on <em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wwe.com\/shows\/smackdown\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">SmackDown<\/a><\/em>, answering an open challenge from <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/votters.com\/about\/kurt-angle\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Kurt Angle<\/a><\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Gained popularity with a rapper gimmick as the \u201c<strong>Doctor of Thuganomics<\/strong>\u201d \u2014 performing freestyle raps, wearing throwback jerseys, chains, and baseball caps.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Won his first championship at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wwe.com\/shows\/wrestlemania\/20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>WrestleMania XX (2004)<\/strong> \u2014 the <strong>United States Championship<\/strong><\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Becoming \u201cThe Champ\u201d (2005\u20132010)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Won his first <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wwe.com\/shows\/wrestlemania\/21\/results\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>WWE Championship<\/strong> at <strong>WrestleMania 21 (2005)<\/strong><\/a> by defeating <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wwe.com\/superstars\/jbl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">JBL<\/a><\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Solidified as the face of the company and transitioned into a more heroic, military-inspired persona.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Known for his <strong>&#8220;Never Give Up&#8221;<\/strong> mantra and <strong>Hustle, Loyalty, Respect<\/strong> slogan.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Began a run of dominance that saw him headline WrestleMania multiple times.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Key Rivalries (2005\u20132010):<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/votters.com\/about\/edge\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Edge<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/votters.com\/about\/randy-orton\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Randy Orton<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/votters.com\/about\/triple-h\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Triple H<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/votters.com\/about\/shawn-michaels\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Shawn Michaels<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/votters.com\/about\/batista\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Batista<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/votters.com\/about\/the-great-khali\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The Great Khali<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/votters.com\/about\/umaga\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Umaga<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Veteran Era &amp; Legacy Cemented (2011\u20132017)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Feuded with <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/votters.com\/about\/about-dwayne-the-rock-johnson\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The Rock<\/a><\/strong> in a once-in-a-generation match at <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wwe.com\/shows\/wrestlemania\/28\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">WrestleMania XXVIII (2012)<\/a><\/strong> and a rematch at <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wwe.com\/shows\/wrestlemania\/29\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">WrestleMania 29<\/a><\/strong>, where he regained the WWE Championship.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Delivered numerous <strong>Match of the Year<\/strong> performances, including his work with:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/votters.com\/about\/cm-punk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CM Punk<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wwe.com\/shows\/moneyinthebank\/2011\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">(Money in the Bank 2011)<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wwe.com\/superstars\/aj-styles\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">AJ Styles<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/votters.com\/about\/bryan-danielson\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Bryan Danielson<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/votters.com\/about\/seth-rollins\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Seth Rollins<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reinvented himself in 2015 by holding the <strong>United States Championship<\/strong> and launching the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=F0BcptZO2TQ\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">U.S. Open Challenge<\/a><\/strong>, helping elevate new talent.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Part-Time Appearances &amp; Hollywood Transition (2018\u2013Present)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Reduced wrestling schedule due to increasing film commitments.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Continued to make high-profile appearances, including:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wwe.com\/shows\/wrestlemania\/wrestlemania-36\/gallery\/john-cena-vs-the-fiend-bray-wyatt-firefly-fun-house-match#fid-40480693\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Firefly Fun House Match<\/strong> vs. Bray Wyatt (<em>WrestleMania 36<\/em>)<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Return in 2021 to face <strong>Roman Reigns<\/strong> at <em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wwe.com\/shows\/summerslam\/2021\/roman-reigns-vs-john-cena-results\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">SummerSlam<\/a><\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Participated in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wwe.com\/shows\/wrestlemania\/saturday\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">WrestleMania 39 &amp; 40<\/a> in special attraction matches.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>While no longer a full-time wrestler, he remains deeply connected to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wwe.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">WWE<\/a> and appears regularly for major events.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Championships &amp; Accomplishments<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>16\u00d7 World Champion<\/strong> (Tied with <a href=\"https:\/\/votters.com\/about\/ric-flair\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Ric Flair<\/a>\u2019s record)\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>WWE Championship (13\u00d7)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>World Heavyweight Championship (3\u00d7)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>5\u00d7 United States Champion<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>4\u00d7 WWE Tag Team Champion<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>2\u00d7 Royal Rumble Winner<\/strong> (2008, 2013)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Money in the Bank Winner (2012)<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>WWE Slammy Awards<\/strong> \u2013 Multiple wins including Superstar of the Year (2009, 2010, 2012)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>WWE Grand Slam Champion<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Wrestling Style &amp; Character<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Power-based in-ring style with growing technical and storytelling abilities.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Signature Catchphrases:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>\u201c<strong>You Can\u2019t See Me!<\/strong>\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u201c<strong>The Champ is Here!<\/strong>\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u201c<strong>Never Give Up<\/strong>\u201d<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Signature Moves:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Attitude Adjustment (AA)<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>STF (submission)<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Five Knuckle Shuffle<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Shoulder Blocks, Spinebuster, and Flying Leg Drop<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">20 greatest John Cena moments<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">From electrifying WWE arenas to inspiring millions around the world, John Cena has built a legendary career filled with unforgettable highlights. Whether delivering iconic promos, winning championship gold, or surprising fans with heartwarming gestures, Cena\u2019s moments in the spotlight have left a lasting mark on pop culture. Join us as we count down the 20 greatest John Cena moments that define the legacy of this global icon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"20 greatest John Cena moments: WWE Top 10 Special Edition, Aug. 15, 2021\" width=\"1130\" height=\"636\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/0V8e6CCdzJc?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Hollywood Career<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">John Cena is one of the most successful wrestlers to transition into mainstream entertainment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Major Films:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.imdb.com\/title\/tt0419946\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><em>The Marine<\/em> (2006)<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.imdb.com\/title\/tt3152624\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><em>Trainwreck<\/em> (2015)<\/a> \u2013 breakout comedic performance<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.imdb.com\/title\/tt2531344\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><em>Blockers<\/em> (2018)<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.imdb.com\/title\/tt4701182\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><em>Bumblebee<\/em> (2018)<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.imdb.com\/title\/tt5433138\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><em>F9: The Fast Saga<\/em> (2021)<\/a> \u2013 as Jakob Toretto<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.imdb.com\/title\/tt6334354\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><em>The Suicide Squad<\/em> (2021)<\/a> \u2013 as <strong>Peacemaker<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>TV Work:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.imdb.com\/title\/tt13146488\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Peacemaker<\/a><\/strong> (2022\u2013present) \u2013 HBO Max hit series<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hosted <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/store.steampowered.com\/app\/1521160\/Are_You_Smarter_Than_A_5th_Grader\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Are You Smarter Than a 5th Grader?<\/a><\/strong> reboot<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Guest appearances on <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nbc.com\/saturday-night-live\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Saturday Night Live<\/a><\/strong>, <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.today.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Today<\/a><\/strong>, <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.warnerbros.com\/tv\/ellen-degeneres-show\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Ellen<\/a><\/strong>, and more<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">A Global Icon of Strength, Respect, and Influence<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">John Cena\u2019s impact reaches far beyond the wrestling ring and movie screens\u2014he\u2019s a symbol of perseverance, positivity, and cultural influence across the globe. His larger-than-life persona and message of &#8220;Never Give Up&#8221; have inspired millions, including South African artist Sho Madjozi, whose viral hit <em>&#8220;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=H9bGITkIHmM\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">John Cena<\/a>&#8220;<\/em> celebrates his worldwide legacy. Through her song, Cena&#8217;s influence is felt across continents, proving that his name resonates not just as a champion in WWE, but as a unifying figure in music, entertainment, and popular culture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Sho Madjozi - John Cena | A COLORS SHOW\" width=\"1130\" height=\"636\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/H9bGITkIHmM?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Philanthropy &amp; Community Work<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Known for holding the <strong>record number of wishes granted<\/strong> (over 650) through the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.npr.org\/2022\/09\/27\/1125167941\/john-cena-make-a-wish-guiness-world-record\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Make-A-Wish Foundation<\/strong>.<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Advocate for anti-bullying campaigns and children\u2019s health initiatives.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Honored with multiple humanitarian awards for his work outside the ring.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Personal Life<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Spouse:<\/strong> Married <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/people.com\/movies\/who-is-shay-shariatzadeh-john-cena-wife\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Shay Shariatzadeh<\/a><\/strong> in 2020.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Previously engaged to WWE Superstar <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Nikki_Bella\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Nikki Bella<\/a><\/strong> (relationship ended in 2018).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Devoutly private but respected for his discipline, work ethic, and personal integrity.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Business Ventures<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Founded <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/give.fitops.org\/organization\/Fitops-Foundation\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Cena&#8217;s FitOps<\/a><\/strong> to support veterans transitioning to civilian life through fitness.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Released a <strong>rap album<\/strong> \u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=P7Y2zDRIKAA\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><em>You Can\u2019t See Me<\/em> (2005)<\/a>, which debuted at #15 on the Billboard 200.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Published several <strong>children\u2019s books<\/strong> under the \u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Elbow-Grease-5-book-series\/dp\/B07QYQ1XV5\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Elbow Grease<\/a>\u201d series.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Co-author of motivational books and life philosophy essays.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Legacy &amp; Cultural Impact<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">John Cena is widely considered:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The <strong>face of WWE<\/strong> from the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thesmackdownhotel.com\/roster\/?promotion=wwe&amp;date=ruthless-aggression\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Ruthless Aggression<\/a> era through the PG era.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>One of the <strong>greatest WWE Superstars of all time<\/strong>, both in success and influence.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A role model for children and admired by fans for his dedication and moral compass.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Instrumental in shaping WWE\u2019s brand for mainstream audiences during the 2000s and 2010s.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Notable Quotes About John Cena<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cJohn is the hardest-working person I\u2019ve ever known.\u201d \u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/votters.com\/about\/triple-h\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Triple H<\/a><br>\u201cHe carried WWE on his back for over a decade.\u201d \u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/votters.com\/about\/paul-heyman\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Paul Heyman<\/a><br>\u201cA once-in-a-lifetime performer with unmatched hustle.\u201d \u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/votters.com\/about\/about-dwayne-the-rock-johnson\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The Rock<\/a><br>\u201cHe\u2019s a role model in and out of the ring.\u201d \u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/votters.com\/about\/vince-mcmahon\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Vince McMahon<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>John Cena<\/strong> is more than a wrestler \u2014 he is an icon, a philanthropist, a Hollywood star, and a leader. With unmatched perseverance, charisma, and connection to the audience, he carved a career that transcends the wrestling ring. Whether inspiring kids with his \u201cNever Give Up\u201d motto or starring on the big screen, Cena remains a powerful symbol of dedication, discipline, and heart.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Lists: The Best Wrestling Champions In of All TimeThe Best Finishing Moves in Wrestling HistoryAll John Cena Movies Ranked by Fans \u2013 From Best to WorstAll John Cena Songs Ranked by &#8211; From Best To WorstHilarious John Cena Memes Full Name: John Felix Anthony Cena Jr. Ring Name: John Cena(Other nicknames: The Champ, Doctor of [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":624,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"pagelayer_contact_templates":[],"_pagelayer_content":"","_FSMCFIC_featured_image_caption":"","_FSMCFIC_featured_image_nocaption":"","_FSMCFIC_featured_image_hide":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[156],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-623","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-wrestlers"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/votters.com\/about\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/623","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/votters.com\/about\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/votters.com\/about\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/votters.com\/about\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/votters.com\/about\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=623"}],"version-history":[{"count":34,"href":"https:\/\/votters.com\/about\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/623\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":1294,"href":"https:\/\/votters.com\/about\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/623\/revisions\/1294"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/votters.com\/about\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/624"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/votters.com\/about\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=623"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/votters.com\/about\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=623"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/votters.com\/about\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=623"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}