Both Hulk Hogan and John Cena have undoubtedly, regardless of current controversies, cemented their legacies. Theyre crucial to pro wrestling / sports entertainments current growth and maturation. There are also few others as dedicated to philanthropy like Hogan and Cena. For decades, both have volunteered for Make-A-Wish and countless other charities. Not only is their altruism celebrated worldwide, but contributes to their in-ring persona: good guys who always do the right thing. But while Hogans faltered throughout his careerfrom 1994s steroid scandal to 2015s unfortunate rascism blacklisting his current WWE relationshipCena has, almost irritatingly, remained untouchable: even transitioning into film while remaining a grueling WWE schedule and public spotlight. One could go on to cite Cenas unshakeable moral compass for his success or his undeniable work ethic, but its Cenas ability to get under our skin and inspireeven when we want to see him fallthat wins us over. There are innumerable ways in which John Cena has inspired us, but I ask to look no further than the June 1st, 2015 episode of Monday Night RAW. Cena and Owens had begun their feud, Owen was positioned as an envious father whose own son liked Cena more than him. During the middle of a heated promo, Cena suddenly turned from his adversary to address a cancer-survivor in the crowd: a small, quiet child adorned in kaleidoscopic Cena merch and holding up a colorful sign declaring Im Beating Cancer! And it was here, almost breaking kayfabe to address us directly, that Cena pointed at the child and declared: If I say or if I wear the words, Never Give Up, not only am I telling the truth, but I am encouraging old and young alike to do the exact same thing! Hogan will hopefully mend his fences with WWE and continue to inspire future fans with his stellar library of matches, promos, and every other good deed hes performed throughout his groundbreaking career. But its Cena, who evolved with with the times and leading the next incarnation of superstars. Question is: who will fill Big Johns shoes when the time comes?
