John Cena revives Juan Cena WWE gimmick with a burst of excitement during a recent media appearance at CCXP Mexico, where he delighted fans by donning a Lucha Libre mask and bringing back his masked persona. This playful moment occurred while Cena is still actively performing as a heel character in-ring during his ongoing retirement tour.
Cena’s Playful Side On Display at CCXP Mexico
During a live segment at CCXP Mexico, John Cena appeared alongside James Gunn, who served as host and presented him with a colorful Lucha Libre mask. Although Cena hesitated at first, unsure if the audience would want him to wear the mask, he expressed gratitude for the gift and soon joined in the moment. He said:
“Ah yes, Lucha Libre. Yes, thank you so much for the gift. But I don’t think the fans would want me to wear the mask.”
After a bit of encouragement, Cena put on the mask and seemed to enjoy the transformation. He shared how wearing the mask changed his demeanor and joked about having a secret identity, referencing his long-standing catchphrase about not being seen:
” I felt like another person. I felt like my secret identity. Yeah, you couldn’t see me!”
James Gunn played along with Cena’s playful mood, commenting on his unrecognizable appearance and making a light-hearted comparison:
was much better than wearing a pair of glasses.
Recalling the “Juan Cena” Persona
The interaction soon turned into a nostalgic moment for fans as John Cena reminisced about his masked alter-ego, Juan Cena—a character he briefly portrayed in WWE in late 2010 following an on-screen firing by Wade Barrett and storyline involvement with The Nexus. Cena explained:
“Some of these people remember — there was a WWE character, a masked wrestler called Juan Cena.”
For a short period, Juan Cena—a character introduced as John Cena’s Mexican cousin—would appear mostly at live shows, adding comic relief and intrigue to Cena’s ongoing storylines within WWE. Fans at CCXP Mexico cheered as the veteran wrestler brought this persona back to life on stage. A video clip of the segment quickly spread online, capturing the enthusiastic atmosphere among the crowd.
Fans React to Cena’s Throwback Gimmick
Cena’s surprise return to the Juan Cena gimmick sparked excitement among wrestling followers and attendees at the event. The iconic “you can’t see me” line was met with applause and laughter, as spectators enjoyed this rare moment where a WWE Undisputed Champ broke character for nostalgia. The audience also appreciated the nod to Lucha Libre’s cultural significance in Mexico, making the moment even more meaningful at CCXP Mexico.
The appearance further fueled speculation among fans about potential future tributes in Cena’s final WWE run, with many hoping for the possible revival of his fan-favorite “Doctor of Thuganomics” character. As Cena’s retirement tour continues, memorable events like this bring both fans and key figures like James Gunn and Wade Barrett into the limelight, celebrating his legacy and the colorful history of his characters within WWE.
