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1-of-1 triple autograph trading card from John Cena’s retirement has been found

John Cena brought his illustrious wrestling career to an end in December of 2025 and a trading card commemorating that occasion has now been found. Cena, who had a record 17 WWE world title reigns during his career, faced off with Gunther and lost at Saturday Night’s Main Event on December 13 last year.

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One Year Ago, John Cena & AJ Styles Wrote a Love Letter to Pro Wrestling

One year ago, John Cena and AJ Styles stepped into the ring at WWE Crown Jewel in Perth, Australia, for what felt like much more than another match between two longtime rivals.

Wrestling News / HITC / October 11

John Cena reacts to his iconic Banana Bowl entrance, ‘The very top…’

John Cena is well known both inside and outside the WWE for making quite the entrance. Over the years in WWE, we’ve seen Cena entertain the masses and come up with some truly unique ways to enter the wrestling ring, while his bog-standard entrance is also one of the most iconic in history as well.

Washington Nationals News / EssentiallySports / October 11

John Cena Makes Grand Entrance at Nationals Park With Police Escort for Special Baseball Moment

John Cena brought his larger-than-life presence to Nationals Park as Banana Ball prepared for a historic night. The former WWE champion has never been a stranger to unexpected entrances, but this appearance carried a different purpose.

Wrestling News / HITC / October 9

John Cena reveals his soccer, basketball, football and baseball GOATs

Former WWE wrestler John Cena has now been quizzed on who the GOATs of a number of sports are. The GOAT debate is a popular topic in many sports, especially in soccer where people often speak about Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo.

'I’m Robbing Them of That Investment,' – John Cena Opens Up About Tough Decision to Retire From WWE

John Cena is one of Hollywood’s most entertaining actors, with films like Vacation Friends and 12 Rounds to his name. However, the actor is also well known for his former rap and wrestling careers.

What’s Next for John Cena? Upcoming Movies and Projects Set to Keep Him Busy

What comes next for John Cena is a calendar packed tighter than a wrestling card on pay-per-view night. The retired WWE star has swapped the ring for film sets, and the lineup now includes an action comedy, a crypto caper, a comic book adaptation, and a Robert Ludlum thriller.

Wrestling News / Entertainment on ClutchPoints / October 8

John Cena, Stranger Things star to team up for new ‘mysterious’ movie

Just days before his new Apple TV Matchbox release, John Cena has secured another new movie gig. According to a recent report by Deadline, Cena is set to team up with Stranger Things star David Harbour in the upcoming comedy, The Family Disappears.

Entertainment News / Netflix Junkie / October 7

David Harbour and John Cena Team Up for Fifth Season’s ‘The Family Disappears’

Imagine coming home from a long business trip, exhausted and ready to get back to the comfort of your family, only to discover that they are all gone. That unsettling premise is at the center of The Family Disappears.

Entertainment News / Netflix Junkie / October 7

John Cena Left Conflicted After His WrestleMania Card Smashes Record With $329,400 Sale

John Cena spent two decades turning WWE merchandise into gold, but even the Cenation might struggle to explain this price tag. Championship belts, action figures, and signed memorabilia are familiar territory for wrestling collectors.

'When Did He Say This?' — John Cena Reacts to James Gunn’s Peacemaker-Man of Tomorrow Rumors

James Gunn’s Man of Tomorrow is turning into a DC superhero convention with a Brainiac-sized guest list. David Corenswet’s Superman is joining forces with Nicholas Hoult’s Lex Luthor, while the Justice Gang and John Stewart’s Green Lantern are bringing their own cosmic baggage.

Wrestling News / Athlon Sports / October 6

John Cena Details Backstage Fallout With The Rock: 'I Don't Blame Him'

John Cena and The Rock produced one of WWE’s biggest rivalries when they met in back-to-back WrestleMania main events, but the tension between them was not entirely part of the script.

Wrestling News / The Takedown on SI / October 6

John Cena Names CM Punk's Biggest Weakness

John Cena and CM Punk are iconic WWE rivals, so Cena has credibility when discussing Punk's strengths and weaknesses. Cena and Punk have had multiple matches together over the years.

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'I Got Ran Out of the Movie Business,' – John Cena on How He Lost Acting Opportunities Because of Carelessness

John Cena reveals the one career mistake that nearly cost him his Hollywood opportunities. After making a name for himself in WWE, the wrestling legend stepped into Hollywood with his 2006 movie The Marine.

Wrestling News / The Takedown on SI / October 5

John Cena Again Defends Relationship With Vince McMahon

Vince McMahon hasn't been a part of WWE since 2023, but he has forever made an impact on his company and the wrestling business. Despite horrific allegations made by former WWE employees, some of its top stars continue to support their former boss, including John Cena.

Wrestling News / Athlon Sports / October 5

'He’s Carrying a Weight He Doesn’t Need': John Cena Addresses CM Punk's Current WWE Run

John Cena believes CM Punk and Cody Rhodes have both placed unnecessary pressure on themselves while trying to reach the highest levels in WWE. The 17-time World Champion recently explained why he thinks Punk, in particular, should let go of some of the weight he has carried throughout his career.

Wrestling News / Athlon Sports / October 5

When Will WWE's Inaugural 'John Cena Classic Tournament' Start? Participants, Format & Everything We Know So Far

WWE fans finally have a clearer timeline for the John Cena Classic, nearly five months after “The Cenation Leader” first announced the new event at Backlash.

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The best and worst fictional presidents from film and TV

We could debate the best and worst real-life Presidents of the United States, but, well, we don’t want to upset the Rutherford B. Hayes fans. So, instead, let’s get fictional.

Wrestling News / HITC / September 28

John Cena, Cody Rhodes and more pay tribute as AEW announce the death of Ben ‘PAC’ Satterley

AEW and former WWE star Ben ‘PAC’ Satterley has sadly passed away today and the world of wrestling has been paying tribute. Despite only competing for AEW this weekend, PAC – real name Ben Satterley – was sadly announced as having passed away this morning.

Wrestling News / Athlon Sports / September 28

John Cena Reacts to PAC's Sudden Death, Pays Tribute To PAC In His Unique Way

John Cena has joined the wrestling world in remembering Benjamin Satterley, better known as PAC in AEW and Neville in WWE, following his death at 40. Rather than writing a lengthy message, Cena shared a single image of the late wrestler performing his signature move during his WWE run.

Wrestling News / Stadium Rant / September 26

Gunther Retired John Cena, So Why Has WWE Fumbled Him Ever Since?

Gunther made John Cena tap out in the final match of his career on Dec. 13, 2025, at WWE Saturday Night’s Main Event in Washington, D.C. Since that night, Gunther, the Ring General, has retired AJ Styles, lost two Undisputed WWE Championship matches, and ended up in a SummerSlam match with SmackDown General Manager Nick Aldis.

Entertainment News / Nerdist / August 24

'Coyote vs. Acme' is hilarious, heartfelt and a huge indictment of Hollywood business

Since Warner Bros. Discovery CEO David Zaslav wanted to turn Coyote Vs. Acme into an unreleased tax write-off, it’s hard to watch the movie in a vacuum.

Cast of Coyote vs Acme reveal moment they regained faith in the movie's future

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