John Cena Net Worth (Money & Salary)

John Cena’s Net Worth and Salary – What is it?

With a net worth of $80 million, John Cena is a multi-talented American professional wrestler, bodybuilder, rapper and actor. He embarked on his wrestling journey in 1999 with Ultimate Pro Wrestling and then joined WWE in 2001. Cena rose to immense fame in WWE, amassing numerous titles and headlining various WrestleMania events.

Cena is renowned for his catchphrase “You Can’t See Me” and for popularizing the Attitude Adjustment move. He boasts 16 WWE Championships, five United States Championships, and four Tag Team Championships. Furthermore, he has consistently been a top merchandise seller for WWE.

Alongside his wrestling endeavors, Cena has delved into acting, starring in noteworthy films like “The Marine,” “12 Rounds,” “Trainwreck,” and several installments of the “Fast and Furious” franchise. He has also hosted TV shows such as “American Grit” and “Are You Smarter Than a Fifth Grader?”

Throughout his career, Cena has been active in philanthropy, notably working with the Make-A-Wish Foundation where he has fulfilled over 650 wishes for children battling life-threatening illnesses. His support for the U.S. military and various charitable causes has earned him recognition.

In July 2024, Cena announced his retirement from WWE following WrestleMania 2025.

Early Life Insights

John Felix Anthony Cena Jr. was born on April 23, 1977, in West Newbury, Massachusetts. He was one of five boys born to John and Carol Cena. Cena attended Cushing Academy for high school and later Springfield College in Massachusetts, where he played football and graduated with a degree in exercise physiology in 1998. Cena initially pursued bodybuilding and worked as a limo driver to support himself.

Career Highlights

Cena entered Rick Bassman’s Ultimate Pro-Wrestling academy in 1999 and became the UPW Heavyweight Champion in 2000. He made his WWF debut in 2000 and signed a developmental contract in 2001. Cena’s journey to stardom in WWE began in 2004 when he won the WWE Championship, and he went on to become a pivotal figure in the wrestling world. Cena’s accolades include 16 world championships, five US titles, and four world tag team championships.

Regarded as one of the greatest wrestlers by industry veterans like Kurt Angle and John “Bradshaw” Layfield, Cena has left an indelible mark on professional wrestling.

Cinematic Journey

Cena ventured into acting soon after joining WWE, making his film debut in 2000 with “Ready to Rumble.” By 2018, he had established himself as a box office draw. His notable roles include “Trainwreck” (2015), “Daddy’s Home 2” (2017), “Blockers” (2018), and “Playing with Fire” (2019). Cena also voiced Yoshi in “Dolittle” (2020) and played key roles in “Suicide Squad,” “F9,” “Fast X,” and “Barbie” (2023).

Personal Chronicles

Cena was married to Elizabeth Huberdeau from 2009 to 2012. He then dated fellow WWE star Nikki Bella, proposing to her at WrestleMania 33 in 2017. However, they separated a year later, just before their planned wedding. In 2019, Cena commenced a relationship with Shay Shariatzadeh, and they tied the knot in October 2020.

Expressing his desire not to have children to maintain focus on his career, Cena has undergone a vasectomy.

Having granted over 650 wishes for children through the Make-A-Wish Foundation, Cena holds the record for most fulfilled wishes in the foundation’s history.

From late 2011 till WrestleMania XXVIII, Cena championed WWE’s “Be a Star” anti-bullying campaign by sporting a “Rise Above Hate” T-shirt. He also supported breast cancer awareness by donning pink and black apparel crediting “Rise Above Cancer.” Over the years, Cena has actively engaged in various social causes, including donating $1 million to Black Lives Matter in June 2020.