In a surprising announcement during the “Money in the Bank” event, wrestler turned actor John Cena revealed his plans to retire from the WWE next year. The 16-time WWE world champion, Cena, 47, expressed his gratitude to fans for their support throughout the years, despite some mixed reactions from the audience.
Speaking at a press conference after the event, Cena reflected on his wrestling career and shared his intentions to do a limited number of dates through 2025 before officially retiring. He emphasized that the timing feels right for him to transition into new endeavors and make an impact on a global scale.
With his championships tied with wrestling legend Ric Flair, Cena is adamant that next year will indeed mark the end of his wrestling career, unlike others who have returned after announcing their retirement. He is looking forward to focusing on his successful acting career, which has seen him star in popular films such as “Barbie,” “The Suicide Squad,” and the “Fast & Furious” franchise.
As Cena prepares to bid farewell to the WWE, fans can expect to see him make memorable appearances leading up to his retirement and witness the end of an era in the world of professional wrestling.