In recent months, wrestling fans witnessed a surprising return of two Hollywood giants, John Cena and The Rock, to the WWE ring. This unexpected turn of events directly resulted from the entertainment industry upheaval caused by the SAG-AFTRA strike. Their return, though exciting, now faces an uncertain future.
The Rock made an unforgettable appearance with his stature on September 15, 2023, during SmackDown. He unleashed his fury on Austin Theory, marking one of his rare in-ring appearances in years. The last time he graced WWE TV screens was back in 2019. While it seemed this could spark a feud with Theory, it ultimately fizzled out.
Meanwhile, John Cena has been a consistent presence in WWE over the past few weeks. Engaging in intense battles against the Bloodline and other wrestling stars, he recently had a headline match against Solo Sikoa at Crown Jewel. The actor’s strike provided the window of opportunity for both legends to return to the squared circle.
However, the situation is rapidly evolving. Reports suggest that the actor strike is approaching its conclusion, with SAG-AFTRA rumored to have reached a tentative agreement with studios. This development could potentially see Hollywood returning to normalcy within a few weeks, with the strike ending at 12:01 AM PT on November 9.
The big question now is, what does this mean for Cena and The Rock’s WWE commitments? These iconic stars’ substantial acting obligations initially kept them away from the wrestling world. With the strike ending, their WWE futures hang in the balance. While fans eagerly anticipate the return of these legends to Hollywood, it’s unclear whether their WWE comebacks will remain a part of the equation. As the entertainment landscape shifts, the wrestling world waits with bated breath to see if these larger-than-life figures will continue their in-ring journeys or if the siren call of Tinseltown will once again pull them away.
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