John Cena Steals the Show as WrestleMania 42's Record-Breaking Host
Just hours after finishing his duties as the first-time host for WWE WrestleMania 42, John Cena recently reflected on his duties. Cena opened both Night One and Night Two of WrestleMania 42 in Las Vegas, Nevada.
He also appeared mid-show during both nights. While on Night One, he announced Bianca Belair's pregnancy, on Night 2, he engaged in a humorous segment with Danhausen, The Miz, and Kit Wilson. Taking to social media after the event, Cena shared the following statements: "Thank you 50,817 strong for my making my night one WrestleMania unforgettable. I was overwhelmed with all the unexpected moments. Your enthusiasm to kick off the show, your warmth for Bianca's announcement and as always your voice and presence. Can't wait to C U for night 2!"
For Night Two, he also expressed his gratitude and wrote, "An incredible weekend! Truly enjoyed WM thru a different perspective. What a turnout of 106,072! To ALL those who saw it live .... Thank you for the Hausen."
Cena hung up his jorts and sneakers following his retirement against Gunther. On both nights of WrestleMania 42, Cena looked dapper and appeared wearing a fresh-looking suit and slicked-back hair.
John Cena on his next WWE role
Following his retirement in Dec. 2025, John Cena opened up about his next WWE role while appearing at MEGACon (via Fightful Select) in Orlando, Florida.
"I am working diligently to try to figure out my next path as a contributing, useful member of WWE I think I might crack the code, and I think we have something, and if the stars align and everybody signs off, I will be a whole lot more integrated in the system, and I'm very excited about the road ahead, and I'll just cross my fingers that it works," he said.
