Written by Yohanna Mayam Mercy

   At the 96th Oscars on March 10, 2024, US actor John Cena made a memorable appearance at the annual Academy Awards held at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood. Host Jimmy Kimmel, while preparing to present the award for Best Costume Design, referenced an incident from 50 years prior when David Niven was interrupted on stage by a streaker.

   Kimmel pondered aloud, “Can you imagine if a nude man ran across the stage today?” repeating the question three times before a bashful John Cena peeked over the set. Despite apparent reluctance, Kimmel encouraged the former wrestler to continue with the skit and walk onto the stage unclothed.

   After some coaxing, Cena, impressively toned, emerged wearing only sandals and using the winner’s envelope to shield himself as he made his way to center stage, eliciting uproarious laughter and applause from the audience.