John Cena retired from active wrestling at WWE Saturday Night’s Main Event, but his influence on the sport remains strong. Chelsea Green, a prominent female wrestler, recently announced her desire to become the “next John Cena” as a leading figure in the women’s division. She indicated her intention to work hard to develop skills beyond wrestling to achieve this goal.
Since returning to WWE in 2023, Green has been recognized as one of the company’s most engaging performers. Despite some criticism from Michael Hayes about WWE Unreal, the two-time WWE Women’s United States Champion continues to enjoy considerable fan support. Beyond wrestling, she is focused on building an acting career and enhancing her presence inside and outside the ring.
“What I can focus on [are] my goals outside of professional wrestling… I want to improve my acting skills, my public speaking skills and my hosting skills to to make sure that I’m constantly building a resume that is undeniable. … I would love to be the next John Cena of professional wrestling for the women’s division. I would love to be in movies and TV and elevating the next generation of WWE talent, but that’s a big goal. So, you know, I’m going to continue to work on that and put it out into the universe, and I’ll manifest, and whatever happens, happens,” Green said. [H/T – Chicago Sun Times]
Hotel Incident Highlights Challenges Faced by Female WWE Stars
In 2024, Chelsea Green was removed from a hotel because of her attire, an incident she spoke about on multiple occasions. Although she didn’t pursue legal action, Green recently revealed that she was not alone in experiencing this treatment. Maxxine Dupri, another WWE female star and former Women’s Intercontinental Champion, also faced similar treatment from hotel security, an issue Dupri has not publicly addressed.
Green shared these details while appearing on the podcast A Shot of Brandi, shedding light on some difficulties female wrestlers encounter outside the ring. This incident adds to ongoing conversations about respect and professionalism towards athletes in entertainment settings.
Ongoing Ambitions and Significance of Green’s Career Goals
Chelsea Green’s ambition to emulate John Cena’s success reflects a growing trend among female wrestlers striving for elevated status both inside WWE and in mainstream entertainment. By committing to improving her public speaking, acting, and hosting abilities, Green aims to become a multi-faceted performer who can inspire future generations of WWE talent.
Her aspirations indicate a shift in how female wrestlers view their careers, moving beyond wrestling alone toward becoming crossover stars in film and television. Green’s declaration and dedication could influence WWE’s women’s division by setting new standards for talent development and audience engagement.
