Renowned actor and wrestler John Cena stunned fans by announcing his retirement from World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE) competitions during a recent appearance at the WWE Money in the Bank event in Canada.
The 47-year-old superstar, who has successfully transitioned into acting over the past 18 years, revealed that his final in-ring performance will take place in 2025 as part of a farewell tour.
Cena, widely regarded as one of the greatest professional wrestlers in history, has achieved an impressive 16 world champion titles since joining WWE in 2001.
Addressing the crowd in Toronto, he declared, "Tonight, I officially announce my retirement from the WWE."
The audience responded with a mix of shock and appreciation, chanting "thank you, Cena" in a heartfelt gesture.
Donning a t-shirt with the phrase "The Last Time is Now" and his signature denim shorts, Cena expressed his gratitude to WWE fans for allowing him to be a part of their community for so many years.
Later, during a press conference, he confirmed his intention to remain involved with WWE in some capacity, despite feeling physically drained.
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