Home

WWE

‘He’s a Hall of Famer?’: John Cena Once Issued a Challenge for Presidential Candidate Donald Trump

Published 01/08/2023, 10:30 AM EST

Follow Us

There’s no need to explain how big the wrestling industry is in the US. Several big personalities are associated with it, some of whom we don’t even know about. There are still many who could be a great watch if they become a part of the WWE.

When a question similar to this was asked by John Cena, the wrestler didn’t even take a second to answer. His speedy reply leaves all of us to imagine his answer, making it to reality. 

ADVERTISEMENT

Article continues below this ad

The 16-time world champion took the name of a renowned personality in the United States of America. He also shared a fascinating incident between him and the chairperson of the WWE.

Even he has been associated with the promotion from the time when Andre the Giant was still king. Fans have seen the personality not only being a part of the roster but actively hosting some significant events of the company. 

John Cena took a presidential candidate’s name to see in the WWE ring

In one interview with the well-known television host Larry King, The Future of WWE, named a President of the United States who he wants to see in the ring. The conversation between the two went something like this;

Host- Presidential Candidate, you’d most like to see a fight in a WWE ring? 

Trending

Get instantly notified of the hottest WWE stories via Google! Click on Follow Us and Tap the Blue Star.

Follow Us

Cena- Hall of Famer Donald Trump. 

Host- He’s a Hall of Famer? 

Cena: He’s a WWE Hall of Famer, that’s an easy one

Donald Trump Once Bought and Sold WWE Raw Quicker Than Stocks

Host- How did he get to be the Hall of Famer? 

Cena: Shaving Vince McMahon’s head

The crisp answers by The Champ attracted several eyes when the episode was telecasted. It gave wrestling fans newfound knowledge as well. For the ones who knew, it was a nostalgic journey to the time when a record number of viewers tuned in to watch an episode like no other. 

One wild incident of WWE involving the President of the United States

The event that The Massachusetts-born wrestler talked about dates back to January 2007, when Trump stole the spotlight from Mr. McMahon. It happened during the “Fan Appreciation Night” on Raw when the President of the United States dropped ample cash from the rafters of the arena onto the WWE fans below. 

ADVERTISEMENT

Article continues below this ad

This left the chairman of WWE all jealous. He soon challenged Trump to a “Battle of the Billionaires” at WrestleMania 23. The dare also included a stipulation that the loser of the bout would have his head shaved bald. However, things went upside down for the challenger. 

The Donald backed Bobby Lashley to victory over Mr. McMahon’s Umaga. As a result, everyone witnessed the shaving of the WWE Chairman’s head in the center of the ring.

ADVERTISEMENT

Article continues below this ad

It’s always a pleasure to visit these golden memories of WWE. Be tuned with us to get the best parts from such interviews delivered directly to you.

Watch This Story: WWE Superstars With The Highest Number of WrestleMania Matches

SHARE THIS ARTICLE :

Written by:

Aditi Malhotra

478Articles

One take at a time

Aditi is a WWE writer at EssentiallySports. Being a Journalism graduate, she has sound experience in news writing and digital marketing. She is an enthusiastic writer and an aspirational director as well.
Show More>

Edited by:

Debmallya Chakraborty