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 began in 1999 with Ultimate Pro Wrestling, followed by a contract with WWE in 2001. Cena rapidly established himself as one of the most acclaimed and successful wrestlers in WWE history, achieving various championships and headlining several WrestleMania events.

Famous for his catchphrase “You Can’t See Me” and his signature move known as the Attitude Adjustment, Cena has earned a total of 16 WWE Championships, as well as five United States Championships and four Tag Team Championships. He has frequently been recognized as WWE’s top merchandise seller.

Beyond wrestling, Cena has also made a mark in acting, featuring in movies such as “The Marine,” “12 Rounds,” “Trainwreck,” and those within the “Fast and Furious” franchise. Additionally, he has served as a host for shows like “American Grit” and “Are You Smarter Than a Fifth Grader?”

Cena’s career has included various philanthropic endeavors, prominently with the Make-A-Wish Foundation, where he has granted over 650 wishes to children facing life-threatening illnesses. He has shown support for the U.S. military and has been acknowledged for his charitable contributions.

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

Early Life

Born John Felix Anthony Cena Jr. on April 23, 1977, in West Newbury, Massachusetts, Cena is the second of five boys (Stephen, John, Dan, Matt, and Sean) born to John and Carol Cena. He graduated from high school at Cushing Academy, a private prep boarding school, and went on to Springfield College in Massachusetts, where he was a member of the football team. Cena graduated in 1998 with a degree in exercise physiology. In pursuit of a bodybuilding career, he worked as a limo driver to support himself.

Career

Cena began his training in 1999 at the Ultimate Pro-Wrestling (UPW) academy in California, where he became the UPW Heavyweight Champion in April 2000. His WWF debut occurred in October 2000 during a SmackDown match, which he lost. However, in January 2001, during another SmackDown taping, Cena secured a victory and subsequently signed a developmental contract with WWF. He was then assigned to their Ohio Valley Wrestling division. Cena attempted to join the main WWF roster four times in 2001, a quest that extended into 2002. His rapping and trash-talking earned him a fan-favorite status, leading to WWE Championship victory in 2004. Over the next decade, Cena became synonymous with WWE, having closed out WrestleMania a record five times. He holds titles as a 16-time world champion, five-time US champion, and four-time world tag team champion.

Peers, including Kurt Angle and John “Bradshaw” Layfield, as well as veteran industry figure Paul Heyman, have labeled Cena the greatest professional wrestler of all time.

Acting Career

John began his foray into acting soon after signing with WWE, with an appearance in the 2000 film “Ready to Rumble.” In 2006, he received $280,000 for…In his first leading role, “The Marine,” John Cena achieved a gross of $30 million from a $15 million budget. He maintained a presence in various films throughout the following decade, eventually rising to box office stardom by 2018. Noteworthy films in his portfolio include “Trainwreck” from 2015, “Daddy’s Home 2” from 2017, “Blockers” from 2018, and “Playing with Fire” from 2019. In 2020, he lent his voice to the polar bear Yoshi in “Dolittle.” Additionally, in 2021, he portrayed Christopher Smith/Peacemaker in “Suicide Squad,” a character now featured in a spinoff series on HBO. Cena has also taken part in “F9,” “Fast X,” and 2023’s “Barbie,” with further projects on the horizon.

Personal Life

From 2009 to 2012, John was married to Elizabeth Huberdeau. After their divorce, he began a relationship with fellow WWE star Nikki Bella, proposing to her at WrestleMania 33 in 2017. Sadly, this relationship ended a year later, just a month prior to their planned wedding. In 2019, he began dating Shay Shariatzadeh, culminating in their marriage in October 2020.

Cena has frequently expressed his desire to remain child-free, citing his ambition to avoid being an absentee parent while concentrating on his career, and he has undergone a vasectomy.

Through the Make-A-Wish Foundation, Cena has granted over 650 wishes for children facing life-threatening illnesses, setting a record in Make-A-Wish history.

From late 2011 until WrestleMania XXVIII, Cena promoted WWE’s anti-bullying initiative, “Be a Star,” by wearing a black “Rise Above Hate” T-shirt. During Breast Cancer Awareness Month in September and October 2012, he donned pink and black apparel emblazoned with “Rise Above Cancer” in collaboration with Susan G. Komen for the Cure.

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

Real Estate

John resides in a gated community called Nature’s Reserve in Land O’ Lakes, Florida, situated around 20 miles north of Tampa. He acquired the 3,704-square-foot residence for $525,000 in January 2005. Since his acquisition, the home has undergone numerous renovations, and it is now valued at approximately $4 million.

Additionally, Cena possesses a property in the Mission Hills area of San Diego. This colonial-style home includes an infinity-edge pool, hot tub, a fully-equipped outdoor kitchen, and a cozy fireplace encompassed by a gazebo in the backyard.

Car Collection

A passionate collector of rare and custom-made cars, John Cena has amassed a collection of over 20 vehicles, including a vintage Oldsmobile Cutlass Rallye 350 and a 2006 Rolls Royce Phantom. In 2017, he faced legal issues when the Ford Motor Company pursued him for allegedly breaching a purchase agreement by quickly selling a $500,000 2017 Ford GT supercar following his acquisition. Nonetheless, among all the cars he owns, his 1989 Jeep Wrangler holds significant sentimental value. Over time, Cena has recounted the story of his Jeep in various interviews. The vehicle represented his first substantial purchase after signing with WWE. He narrates…

“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.“