Joshua Goldman
Joshua Goldman
min read · August 7, 2025 · Entertainment

John Cena's Life-Changing Hair Transplant: From Bald Spot to Bold New Look

John Cena admitted he underwent one particular cosmetic procedure that was life-altering for him; pictured Sunday, August 3 at 2025 WWE SummerSlam

BRAWL STARS' SECRET: John Cena Spills on Hair Transplant that Changed His Life Forever!

In a shocking revelation, WWE's resident brawling champion John Cena has finally come clean about his latest cosmetic procedure - a hair transplant that's left fans and foes alike stunned. The 48-year-old Peacemaker actor opened up to People Magazine in an exclusive interview, confessing that he underwent the life-altering surgery last November after months of relentless bullying from WWE enthusiasts.

As we all know, Cena's trademark bald spot had become a hot topic among wrestling aficionados, who mercilessly poked fun at his thinning locks. But little did they know, their taunts were actually the push Cena needed to take control of his hair loss and transform his life forever!

The Peacemaker actor explained that his fans inspired him to make the decision that ended up 'completely changing the course of his life'; pictured July at San Diego Comic-Con

A Hair-Raising Confession

Cena, known for his unapologetic honesty, revealed that it was indeed the fans who inspired him to get a hair transplant. "They're the reason for my optimism, my perseverance, my passion," he gushed about his WWE loyalists. "They don't let you get away with phoning it in, because they'll eat you alive!"

When asked about the procedure that sparked such a drastic change, Cena candidly admitted: "I now have a routine: red-light therapy, minoxidil, vitamins, shampoo, conditioner — and I also got a hair transplant last November." The big reveal sent shockwaves through social media, with fans going wild over his new locks.

The professional wrestler, 48, opened up about how he got a hair transplant last November after WWE fans noticed his hair loss and started pointing out his bald spot; seen in 2022

The Secret's Out!

Cena confessed that he initially felt shame about his hair loss, a sentiment shared by many men worldwide. "I hate the fact that if there wasn't so much shame around it, I'd have gotten it done 10 years ago," he revealed. "I thought I was alone, but seven or eight out of 10 [men] suffer from thinning or baldness."

But what's truly fascinating is Cena's revelation about the actual procedure itself: "They don't do anything except move your hair, one by one, from one area to another." Who knew it was that simple?

He also talked about how common it is for people to experience hair loss and addressed the 'shame' and bullying around balding as well as getting hair transplants; seen in 2022 Peacemaker TV series

From Wrestling to Acting: A New Chapter

As Cena prepares to bid adieu to wrestling (by the end of this year), he's shifting his focus towards acting - a career path where his new locks are a game-changer. "A different hairstyle can identify a part that can get me more work, do the thing I love to do," he explained.

Cena's decision to speak out about his hair transplant comes on the heels of several other male celebrities who've shared their own hair loss struggles and subsequent solutions. The Scholarly Note has learned that fellow actors Joel McHale (Community) and Mike 'The Situation' Sorrentino (Jersey Shore) have also undergone hair transplants, with some hilarious results.

He later said that he gets 'fired up' about being 'shamed' for getting a hair transplant done; seen in July 2025

McHale's Hair-Raising Adventures

Joel McHale, known for his dry wit and sharp tongue, recently joked about being "fully bald" after admitting to undergoing a total of four hair transplants. The Community star confessed that he shelled out over $10K per procedure during an episode of the We Might Be Drunk podcast in June.

Sorrentino's Situation

'My health and my dedication to my partner are the tip of my spear in life right now,' he said about his wife Shay Shariatzadeh; seen in July 2025

Meanwhile, Mike 'The Situation' Sorrentino revealed on Jersey Shore Family Vacation that he got 3,000 hair follicles transplanted. His wife, Lauren, was there to support him every step of the way - and it looks like it paid off!

Presnell's Procedure

Love Is Blind star Jimmy Presnell also shared details about his hair transplant in a candid TikTok video. He revealed that he went to Solve Clinics in River North, Chicago, where they charged roughly $5 a graft for over 2,000 follicles - a whopping $10-$11 grand!

Cena's admission comes after several other male stars admitted to getting hair transplants to combat hair thinning, including Joel McHale; seen in May 2025

The Verdict: Cena's Courageous Confession

John Cena's bravery in speaking out about his hair transplant has sparked a much-needed conversation around male body image and hair loss. It's clear that he's not alone in his struggles, but it takes courage to share such intimate details with the world.

As Cena prepares for his new chapter in acting, one thing is certain: his new locks will be a vital part of his arsenal. Stay tuned for more juicy updates from The Scholarly Note!

McHale recently joked about being 'fully bald' after admitting he had undergone a total of four hair transplants in the past; seen in a 2019 episode of the Twilight Zone

A little over a month ago, Mike 'The Situation' Sorrentino of Jersey Shore fame also admitted to getting a hair transplant; seen in 2024

He revealed he got 3,000 hair follicles transplanted on a June 26th episode of Jersey Shore Family Vacation

Last month, Love Is Blind star Jimmy Presnell also shared details about his hair transplant in a candid TikTok video

Last December, Jimmy also used his online platform to document the surgery process, including his day-by-day recovery; seen pre-hair implant in season six episode of Love Is Blind

He rose to fame when he appeared on Love Is Blind in early 2024 alongside his former fiancée Chelsea Blackwell, who went viral at the time for claiming to look like Megan Fox