Nikki Bella revealed details about a brief backstage encounter with John Cena during the 2025 WWE Royal Rumble. The WWE Hall of Famer discussed the interaction during an interview with E! News.
Bella described their exchange as a quick, professional greeting that occurred in a group setting.
It was very quick. I was in a circle talking to people. He came to [shake] everyone’s hand. He shook my hand. But the thing was, when he walked away, all the girls were like, ‘Oh my gosh.’ I’m like, ‘Shh, shh, He’s married, be respectful.’ And that was it. That was nice, and it was great because breaking the ice and you know, we just both happened to be back at the same time. It’s a good feeling.
Bella participated in the 2025 Women’s Royal Rumble Match, marking her return to WWE competition at the premium live event.
Cena also appeared at the 2025 Royal Rumble.
