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John Cena defends Vince McMahon amid legal controversies

Wrestling Inc • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 5, 2026, 10:09 PM

Last updated Oct 5, 2026

John Cena defends Vince McMahon amid legal controversies

Summary

John Cena expressed his unwavering support for Vince McMahon during a recent interview with The Guardian. Addressing McMahon's ongoing legal challenges, including a civil lawsuit alleging sex trafficking, Cena stated he feels 'no guilt nor shame' about their relationship. Cena highlighted that it is acceptable to love someone who is imperfect, reflecting on the unfortunate circumstances surrounding McMahon's departure from WWE. He emphasized McMahon's contributions to wrestling and noted that accountability is important, but time can heal wounds. The civil lawsuit, filed by Janel Grant in January 2024, has progressed to arbitration.

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Key Details

•Cena addressed McMahon's legal issues in a The Guardian interview.
•He stated, 'It's OK to love somebody when they're not perfect.'
•The civil lawsuit against McMahon is currently in arbitration.
•McMahon departed from WWE in early 2024 following the lawsuit.
•Cena believes there is still value in McMahon's contributions to wrestling.

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10:09 PMWrestling Inc — WWE's John Cena On Vince McMahon: 'It's OK To Love Somebody When They're Not Perfect'

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WWE megastar John Cena commented on friend and mentor Vince McMahon once again, telling The Guardian "it's okay to love somebody when they're not perfect."
— Wrestling Incby staff@wrestlinginc.com (Daisy Ruth)

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