In such an astonishing reunion for wrestling fans worldwide, former Nikki Bella met ex-fiance John Cena for the first time since their ugly breakup in 2018 at the 2025 WWE Royal Rumble. It was an emotional reunion after seven long years.
A Brief-but-Important Meeting
She stated they had a live podcast event in New York City on March 13. The meeting was quick to happen, but both parties maintain mutual respect.
Nikki was, as she explained, in the middle of talking when John came up, gave hellos, and shook her hand. She thought it was a good moment, especially with John marrying Shay Shariatzadeh back in 2020.
Nikki Always Remembering John
John and Nikki met in 2012, and they went down in WWE history as one of the most adored pairs. They got engaged in 2017 and broke up in 2018, mainly because they disagreed about the issue of having a family. Both have certainly respected one another in various interviews through time after their breakup.
Nikki's Comeback to WWE
In stark contrast, Royal Rumble was of great significance to Nikki, who made a comeback after retiring from WWE and explosive, energetic wrestling matches in 2019. She entered as contestant number 30, as the crowd erupted in response, showing just how popular she was even after years since making such a significant impact on women in wrestling.
Personal Growth and New Beginnings
Since then, both have begun new lives. In 2020, Nikki married the professional dancer Artem Chigvintsev and gave birth to their son, Matteo, who is four years old. The unfortunate breakdown of their marriage came by the end of 2024. John was in love with Shay Shariatzadeh and married her back in 2020.
Moment of Closure and Respect
This quick Royal Rumble reunion of Nikki and John tells a story of maturity and respect. They both have moved on, not only in their personal lives but in their professional lives, and yet seeing each other gave them that moment of closure, a truly transitional event in their relationship, from exes to respectful acquaintances.
Their fans, of course, will forever remain cheering on their respective walks, successes, and what else they helped shape in that world together.
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