John Cena, 1977
Actors · April 23, 1977
John Cena
★ HOW OLD IS JOHN CENA?
John Cena is 49 years old, born April 23, 1977 in United States · Taurus.
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About
John Cena turned WWE dominance into a second act as a comedy and action film star. Born April 23, 1977, in the US, Cena held a record 17 world championships across his in-ring career from 2001 to 2025. His film roles in Trainwreck, Blockers, and The Suicide Squad earned critical praise, while his 2022–2025 run as Peacemaker solidified his transition from wrestler to actor. As a Taurus, Cena channels stubborn dedication—both in the ring and on screen.
★ FEATURE
Biography
John Cena transitioned from WWE's record 17-time world champion to a credible film and television actor. Born April 23, 1977, in the US, Cena signed with the World Wrestling Federation in 2001 (renamed WWE in 2002) and debuted on SmackDown! in 2002. He rose to prominence as a brash heel rapper before becoming WWE's franchise player from the mid-2000s to mid-2010s, holding the WWE Championship a record 14 times, the World Heavyweight Championship three times, and numerous other titles. His portrayal as a heroic character from 2003 to 2025 was WWE's longest continuous face run in history.
Cena began acting in 2006, earning praise for roles in Trainwreck (2015), Blockers (2018), and The Suicide Squad (2021). He also starred in The Marine (2006), Bumblebee (2018), and F9 (2021), and headlined the superhero series Peacemaker (2022–2025). In 2005, he released the rap album You Can't See Me, which peaked at No. 15 on the Billboard 200. Beyond entertainment, Cena granted over 650 Make-A-Wish Foundation wishes—more than any individual in the organization's history. As a Taurus born April 23, Cena embodies the sign's trait of relentless perseverance across wrestling, film, and philanthropy. His life-path number 33 reflects a master teacher archetype, evident in how he mentors younger wrestlers and advocates for mental health awareness.
★ ORIGIN
Before Fame
Cena began professional wrestling in 1999 before signing with the World Wrestling Federation in 2001. He trained in Ohio Valley Wrestling (OVW), WWE's developmental territory, before his main roster debut on SmackDown! in 2002. His early character as a brash heel rapper set the stage for his later transformation into one of WWE's most recognizable figures.
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Trivia
- Cena held the WWE Championship a record 14 times and is recognized by WWE as a 17-time world champion overall, one of the greatest wrestlers in company history.
- He granted over 650 wishes for the Make-A-Wish Foundation—more than any individual in the organization's entire history.
- His 2005 rap album You Can't See Me peaked at No. 15 on the Billboard 200, launching a brief music career before his acting transition.
- Cena's longest continuous heroic character run in WWE history spanned from 2003 to his 2025 retirement, making him a generational face of the company.
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Numerology
LIFE-PATH NUMBER
Master Number — The Master Teacher
33 is 6 amplified. Caretakers operating at scale; rare among entertainers, more common among educators and activists.
★ ALL LIFE-PATH 33 CELEBS →★ ASTROLOGY
Birthday compatibility
By Chinese zodiac — san-he trine for best matches, opposing pair for the most friction-prone.
HIGHLY COMPATIBLE
- Janhvi KapoorOx · 1997
- Tian XiweiOx · 1997
- Banita SandhuOx · 1997
- Bella MacleanOx · 1997
- Bang ChanOx · 1997
CHALLENGING
- Nick RobinsonPig · 1995
- Nicola Peltz
★ FAQ
Frequently asked
- How old is John Cena?
- John Cena is 49 years old (born April 23, 1977).
- When is John Cena's birthday?
- John Cena was born on April 23, 1977.
- What is John Cena's zodiac sign?
- John Cena is a Taurus, born April 23, 1977.
- What is John Cena's Chinese zodiac sign?
- John Cena was born in 1977, the year of the Fire Snake.
- Where is John Cena from?
- John Cena is from United States.
- What does John Cena do?
- John Cena is a actor.
- Is John Cena still alive?
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