John Cena has called his experience with the Make-A-Wish Foundation beautiful. The WWE legend and Hollywood star is admired by millions of fans, but the gentle giant is also known for his work beyond the wrestling ring and film sets. Since joining WWE in 2002, Cena has quietly dedicated himself to the Make-A-Wish Foundation, granting hundreds of wishes and earning multiple records and honors for his efforts. 

As he continues his commitment and work, the actor and former professional wrestler recently spoke about his experience and explained when one should join the foundation.

John Cena recently appeared on The Pete Davidson Show on Netflix. During his conversation with Pete Davidson, the actor opened up about his work with the Make-A-Wish Foundation, describing the experience as beautiful. But at the same time, he reminded that his role is not just to grant wishes but also to become a hope for the kids. 

“When you agree to do that, you are signing up to be the hope. Be the hope,” he said.

Cena shared on The Pete Davidson Show that working with the Make-A-Wish Foundation is rewarding, but it is also deeply sensitive and emotional. He explained that one must set aside one's own pain and personal struggles to be fully present for the children. He added that some celebrities are able to do that, while some struggle with how emotional this job is.

“I think Make-A-Wish is a beautiful thing. I also don't think it's for everybody, because it is very sensitive, right? It is very emotional,” he said.

“The one thing I don't ever want to do is for some kid to say, ‘The one thing I really want to do is kick it with John Cena’ and me go in there and not be the hope,” he added.

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And the actor, who has a hectic schedule with filming and business, has always taken his role seriously by becoming a hope and joy for the children. No wonder he is also honored by the Guinness World Record for his work. 

John Cena has been working with the Make-A-Wish Foundation since 2002. He was even named one of the five recipients of the Make-A-Wish Foundation of America's 20th annual Chris Greicius Celebrity Awards. The Foundation selected the honorees for their extraordinary work to further its mission of granting wishes to children suffering from serious illness. 

Cena also holds the record for granting the most wishes through the Make-A-Wish Foundation. As per the Guinness Book of World Records, Cena had granted 650 wishes to children. And he has continued his work to bring hope and joy to children and their families.

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