John Cena shares special tribute after R-Truth's WWE exit
John Cena and R-Truth (Image via WWE)
WWE
fans were left surprised and emotional when R-Truth announced on June 1, 2025, that he had been released from the company. After 17 years of entertaining the WWE Universe, his departure was unexpected.
Truth had been a regular face on WWE shows and was recently involved in a big storyline with
John Cena
. Many fans thought he would finish his career in WWE, but things took a different turn.
Just a week before the announcement, Truth faced Cena at WWE Saturday Night's Main Event on May 24. For the match, Truth wore gear inspired by Cena with 'Ron Cena' written on it. The moment was funny and touching, showing how much Truth respected Cena.
No one knew it would turn out to be one of Truth's last big WWE moments.
John Cena honors Truth in his own way
After the news broke,
John Cena
paid tribute to R-Truth with a simple yet powerful Instagram post. Cena, known for sharing photos without captions, posted a picture of Truth in his 'Ron Cena' gear. The post had no words, but it did not need any. The image alone was enough to show the respect Cena had for his longtime friend and rival.
Their storyline started at Backlash 2025 when Truth tried to help Cena during a match.
But Cena turned on him, which led to their big match at Saturday Night's Main Event. Although Cena won the match, Truth's performance and tribute gear made it a moment fans will always remember.
The Instagram post was Cena's quiet way of saying thank you. It was a strong reminder of the bond shared between the two superstars, even though they were rivals on TV.
Fans and WWE stars react
Fans and other WWE Superstars quickly showed their support for
R-Truth
.
Many took to social media to thank him and share good wishes. Truth's positive energy and funny moments had made him a favorite among wrestlers and fans alike.
'Im sorry to inform you all. I just got released from WWE. I want to thank WWE for the ride, but MOSTLY I want to thank each and EVERYONE OF YOU who was along for the ride, Thank you for all the love, support, and appreciation you have given me over the years. Thank you,' R-Truth wrote on X.
R-Truth's last match on WWE TV was on May 30, 2025, against
JC Mateo
on SmackDown. Fans did not know it would be his final appearance. Now, they look back at it with more meaning, knowing it marked the end of his WWE journey.
John Cena's Instagram post may not have had any words, but it spoke loudly. It reminded everyone how much Truth meant to WWE and his fellow Superstars. He gave fans great matches, and unforgettable moments.
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