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Pro wrestling not only brings the superstars under the bright spotlight, but it also gives good exposure to their family members, including parents and siblings and all other relatives as well. If the family possesses a classy wrestling background, then it’s no wonder that all the members find themselves in constant fan surveillance. But even if someone doesn’t have his forefathers or any other members engulfed in the business, still fans pay a certain attention to who they are.

When it comes to the 16-time World Champion John Cena, fans are keen to know every tiny detail relevant to his life. Among all of his family components, elder brother Steve Cena is the one who makes the most of the discussion. But why so? What is so special about the Holywood actor’s 48-year-old sibling? Here’s all you should know about him.

Who’s John Cena’s eldest brother, Steve Cena?

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Cena had the luck of growing up with four brothers, namely Matt Cena, Sean Sena, Dan Cena, and Steve Cena. The eldest of them, Steve Cena (birth name Stephan) follows in the footsteps of his brother, curving a niche for himself as a key fixture in the entertainment industry. He dabbled in the same as a wrestler and an established puppet artist. Also, people have been admiring the incredible tone of his voice in some stellar voice-over projects for a while.

Despite earning a graduation degree in engineering, the theatre enthusiast finally chose the path of his passion and is living a lavish fulfilled life. The 48-year-old also has a soft spot for animals that speaks about the tenderness of his nature.

 

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The prominent member of the Cena brood made his family proud in more than one way. However, there’s something unique about his sexual orientation that made a buzz in the pro wrestling community when it first came to light.

Is Steve Cena gay?

John Cena’s beloved brother belongs to the LGBT community. He spilled the truth during his guest appearance at Total Divas back in 2013. He introduced his love interest, Darlando, to the world from the stage of that reality show. Cena brother’s way of representing himself clearly says that he’s unapologetically gay.

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It seems like his family has his back in this battle to fit in the exception circle of society. He especially got the full endorsement from John Cena, who himself is a big spokesperson for the community.

How did John Cena view his brother’s sexual orientation?

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The Cenation Leader isn’t only a generational wrestling talent and a marquee Holywood mainstream product, he’s also one of the most awakened celebrities of all time. As a human being, especially as a member of the privileged community of society, taking a firm stand against social taboos comes under our basic moral responsibilities. Some go by it while some choose to ignore it. John Cena belongs to the first category.

Back in 2018, when there was a high tide inside WWE regarding introducing transgender wrestlers, it was Cena who gave a massive green signal without taking a second.

Even long before that, he was asked to give his thoughts on superstars like Darren Young and Michael Sam who proudly wear the gay tag. Cena responded positively and explained how he has always been an ardent supporter of these people that also including his own brother Steve Cena.

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He also highlighted how it’s utterly unfair to judge someone by anything apart from their ability and talent.

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