John Cena Appears in Video Message at WWE SmackDown, Wishes Cameraman Stu a Happy Birthday

Soon to be retired WWE Superstar John Cena ended up making a surprise appearance last night at WWE SmackDown, albeit a remote one. During the event, a video message played, where Cena wished longtime veteran WWE cameraman, Stu, aka Stu the Cameraman, a happy 65th birthday. You can view the clip of Cena’s birthday message to Stu, that was initially posted on Instagaram by allenownz, below.

Cena says in the clip, “Stu, here I am in a very familiar position, talking to you through a lens. Although it’s familiar territory, today is a special day because you are 35 — 65?! 65?! You are 65 years old! So, without further adieu, let’s get this party started!”

John Cena then sang the “happy birthday” song to Stu, which the WWE SmackDown crowd in attendance at the Delta Center sang along with.

John Cena had a special birthday message for cameraman Stu at #SmackDown last night! ❤️

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— WrestlePurists (@WrestlePurists) November 1, 2025

John Cena Nearing the End of His WWE Farewell Tour

John Cena is nearly at the end of the road for his WWE career. He only has four shows remaining in his in-ring career. They include WWE Raw in his hometown of Boston on November 10, Monday Night Raw at Madison Square Garden on November 17, Survivor Series: WarGames, and his final match takes place at WWE Saturday Night’s Main Event on December 13.

Cena’s final opponent at Saturday Night’s Main Event has not been revealed. However, it’s been rumored that GUNTHER is getting the nod.

The event takes place at the Capital One Arena in Washington, D.C. It will air live on Peacock in the U.S. and on Netflix internationally.