John Cena details second hair transplant after trolling from fans
Former WWE star John Cena has undergone a second hair transplant surgery following years of public trolling regarding his hair loss. Cena stated that he chose to speak openly about the procedure to help reduce the stigma surrounding cosmetic surgery for men.
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The story highlights the impact of online bullying on public figures and the evolving social attitudes toward male cosmetic procedures.
Share article Former WWE star John Cena arrived at Comic-Con at the weekend with a very different look – after his second hair transplant surgery in less than two years.
The Peacemaker star, 49, appeared at the event with a new shaved hairstyle, which he said was due to an eight-hour hair loss treatment operation.
Cena rocked a shaved look during Comic-Con on July 25. AP Photo/Richard Shotwell
Cena first underwent a 13-and-a-half-hour surgery in November 2024, meaning he has now spent more than 21 hours under the knife for the transplants.
He told People he was so impressed by the work of his doctor, Ken Anderson, that he returned for a follow-up after just 15 months.
“I went back to him like, ‘Man, you did great. I have this one small, small, small spot. Can you do it?’” Cena said.
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