John Cena Net Worth (Money & Salary)

What is John Cena’s Net Worth and Salary?

John Cena, an American professional wrestler, bodybuilder, rapper, and actor, boasts a net worth of $80 million. His wrestling journey commenced in 1999 with Ultimate Pro Wrestling, followed by his signing with WWE in 2001. Cena swiftly rose to become one of the WWE’s most successful and beloved wrestlers, amassing numerous championships and headlining several WrestleMania events.

He is widely recognized for his catchphrase “You Can’t See Me” and his signature move, the Attitude Adjustment. Cena has secured 16 WWE Championships, five United States Championships, and four Tag Team Championships. Multiple times, he has been acknowledged as WWE’s leading merchandise seller.

Besides his wrestling career, Cena has delved into acting, featuring in films such as “The Marine,” “12 Rounds,” “Trainwreck,” and the “Fast and Furious” series. Additionally, he has hosted popular television shows like “American Grit” and “Are You Smarter Than a Fifth Grader?”

Cena is also known for his philanthropic endeavors, particularly his association with the Make-A-Wish Foundation, where he has fulfilled over 650 wishes for children battling life-threatening conditions. Furthermore, he has shown support for the U.S. military and received recognition for his contributions to various charitable initiatives.

In July 2024, John announced plans to retire from WWE following WrestleMania 2025.

Early Life

Born on April 23, 1977, in West Newbury, Massachusetts, John Felix Anthony Cena Jr. is one of five boys (Stephen, John, Dan, Matt, and Sean) of John and Carol Cena. He graduated from Cushing Academy, a private prep boarding school, and went on to Springfield College in Massachusetts, where he played on the football team. Cena earned his degree in exercise physiology in 1998. To support himself while pursuing bodybuilding, he worked as a limo driver.

Career

Cena started training at Rick Bassman’s Ultimate Pro-Wrestling (UPW) academy in 1999. By April 2000, he was the UPW Heavyweight Champion. Cena debuted in WWF in October 2000 during a SmackDown match he ultimately lost. The WWF provided him another opportunity during a SmackDown taping in January 2001; this time, he emerged victorious and signed a developmental deal with WWF. He was assigned to Ohio Valley Wrestling. Over the next year, Cena auditioned for the main WWF roster four times, continuing into 2002. Due to his rapping and trash-talking abilities, he quickly gained popularity among fans. In 2004, he clinched the WWE Championship. Over the next decade, Cena would establish himself as the face of WWE, having closed out the franchise’s signature event, WrestleMania, five times—a record. He has been crowned a 16-time world champion, five-time US champion, and four-time world tag team champion.

Esteemed peers such as Kurt Angle and John “Bradshaw” Layfield, alongside industry veteran Paul Heyman, have hailed Cena as the greatest professional wrestler ever.

Acting Career

Almost immediately after joining WWE, John began to pursue a career in acting. His film debut occurred in 2000 with “Ready to Rumble.” By 2006, Cena received $280,000 for…In his first leading role, “The Marine,” which earned $30 million against a $15 million budget, he continued to make appearances in films throughout the subsequent decade. By 2018, he emerged as a box office sensation. Significant films in his career include 2015’s “Trainwreck,” 2017’s “Daddy’s Home 2,” 2018’s “Blockers,” and 2019’s “Playing with Fire.” In 2020, he lent his voice to the polar bear Yoshi in “Dolittle.” He also featured as Christopher Smith/Peacemaker in the 2021 film “Suicide Squad,” which now has an HBO spinoff series. Cena’s other roles include parts in “F9,” “Fast X,” and the 2023 film “Barbie,” with more projects currently in development.

Personal Life

John was married to Elizabeth Huberdeau from 2009 until 2012. That same year, he began a relationship with fellow WWE star Nikki Bella. He proposed to Nikki during WrestleMania 33 in 2017. Sadly, their relationship came to an end a year later, just a month before their planned wedding. In 2019, he entered into a relationship with Shay Shariatzadeh, and they tied the knot in October 2020.

Cena has expressed multiple times his desire not to have children, stating that he does not wish to be an absent parent while pursuing his career and has opted for a vasectomy.

Cena holds the record for granting over 650 wishes for children facing life-threatening illnesses through the Make-A-Wish Foundation, marking the highest number in the organization’s history.

From late 2011 until WrestleMania XXVIII, Cena sported a black “Rise Above Hate” T-shirt to promote WWE’s “Be a Star” anti-bullying initiative. In September and October 2012, he wore pink and black attire featuring the phrase “Rise Above Cancer,” collaborating with Susan G. Komen for the Cure in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

In November 2016, Cena took part in a public service announcement titled “We Are America,” funded by the Ad Council as a segment of its “Love Has No Labels” initiative. Furthermore, in June 2020, Cena contributed $1 million to Black Lives Matter as part of the #MatchAMillion campaign popularized by the K-pop group BTS.

Real Estate

John resides in the exclusive gated community of Nature’s Reserve in Land O’ Lakes, Florida, situated approximately 20 miles north of Tampa. He acquired the 3,704-square-foot residence for $525,000 in January 2005. Since his purchase, the house has seen numerous renovations, and its current estimated value is around $4 million.

Cena is also the owner of a home located in San Diego’s Mission Hills area. This colonial-style residence features an infinity-edge swimming pool, a hot tub, a fully equipped outdoor kitchen, and a cozy gazebo with a fireplace and outdoor seating in the backyard.

Car Collection

John Cena is known for collecting rare and custom-built vehicles. His collection exceeds 20 cars, ranging from a vintage Oldsmobile Cutlass Rallye 350 to a 2006 Rolls Royce Phantom. In 2017, he faced legal issues when Ford Motor Company sued him for allegedly breaching his purchase agreement by quickly flipping a $500,000 2017 Ford GT supercar after buying it. Yet, of all the cars he owns, his 1989 Jeep Wrangler holds particular significance. Over the years, he has shared the story of this Jeep in various interviews, stating it was his first substantial purchase after signing his first WWE contract. As he recounts…

“I signed a contract for myself way, way back when for peanuts. But, I felt like I needed to showcase my accomplishment, and I did with this baby right here.” It was… “the first car I ever paid cash for without some money from the parents… I bought it with 80,000 miles on it… Dollar for dollar, this one has given me far and away the most joy. And, this is one that I’ll never get rid of.“