John Cena embarrassed by Oscars appearance

At the 2024 Academy Awards, actor and former wrestler John Cena shocked audiences by presenting the Best Costume Design award in the nude. Reflecting on the experience during an appearance on Shannon Sharpe's talk show, "Club Shay Shay," Cena expressed his initial embarrassment at being naked in front of Hollywood elites he had never met. He humorously recounted the moment he realized he would be exposing himself to a room full of esteemed performers, saying, “I’m gonna go out there with my balls in the wind.” The skit was conceived when Oscars host Jimmy Kimmel reached out to Cena for a cameo. Kimmel provided a script, prompting Cena to agree to participate. Despite his initial expectations of being "more naked," Cena revealed that he used tape to cover his private parts, which only added to his discomfort. He candidly admitted that the situation was "even more embarrassing" than he anticipated. Audience reactions to Cena's daring appearance were mixed. While some fans were taken aback, many praised his commitment to the comedic bit. Comments on social media highlighted Cena's willingness to go all out for a laugh, with one user stating, “No matter what anyone says, John Cena COMMITS.” The incident has sparked discussions about the boundaries of comedy and performance art at high-profile events like the Oscars.