John Cena, one of the biggest wrestling stars, officially ended his career in the ring. December 13, 2025, after losing by surrender in the final fight, Cena announced that he retired after 23 years in WWE. This event ended his farewell tour, which he announced in July 2024.
Beginnings and the Way to Fame
John Felix Cena Jr. was born on April 23, 1977 in West Newbury, Massachusetts. He started his adventure with wrestling in 1999, debuting at WWE (then WWF) in 2002. He quickly gained popularity thanks to the charisma, athletic body structure and slogan "You Can’t See Me", which has become his trademark. Cena won 16 WWE World Champion titles, making it one of the most titled wrestlers in the organization's history.
For years he was the face of WWE, appearing in major events such as WrestleMania, Royal Rumble, and Elimination Chamber. His rivalries with stars like Randy Orton, CM Punka, and The Rock went to wrestling legend. Outside the ring, Cena was successful in Hollywood, playing in films such as "Fast and Furious" or "Peacemaker".
Prediction and implementation of pension
In July 2024, during the Money in the Bank gala, Cena surprised fans with the announcement that 2025 would be his last year in the ring. "Royal Rumble 2025 will be my last, Elimination Chamber 2025 will be my last, and WrestleMania 41 – my farewell," he said. The farewell tour included 36 appearances culminating in the emotional finale on December 13, 2025.
Reactions to Walking Away
Retirement announcement Cena have sparked a wave of emotions, thanks for years of providing great entertainment, including Dwayne Johnson. The comment also added an official White House account on the X portal.
John, you are the personification of one of my favorite quotes: "It is nice to be important, but it is more important to be nice."
Congratulations on your historical and extraordinary
careers in WWE,
My friend.
Have fun, rock and, as always, "thank you for the house." – Dwayne Johnson on X portal
