John Cena Finally Meets Viral “Black John Cena” After 4-Year Meme Journey

A viral internet story just got its perfect ending—Brendan Cobbina, famously dubbed the “Black John Cena,” has finally met the real John Cena.

Cobbina went viral back in 2021 after a photo of him circulated online due to his strong resemblance to the WWE legend. Fans quickly gave him the nickname “Black John Cena,” and the meme exploded across Twitter. Even WWE Superstar R-Truth got in on the fun, reacting to Cobbina’s viral fame at the time.

Now, four years later, the two finally crossed paths during a recent WWE meet and greet. Cobbina shared a photo on Twitter of himself with Cena—both smiling, side by side. The moment marked the long-awaited conclusion to a story that’s lived on the internet for years.

This wasn’t just a random run-in either. Cobbina had previously expressed interest in meeting John Cena before the WWE icon retires, and with Cena’s final match coming up in just a few weeks, the timing couldn’t have been better.

Fans in the comments were thrilled to see the two together at last. What started as a meme has now turned into a wholesome moment that celebrates pro wrestling’s power to connect people in and out of the ring.

Do you remember when the “Black John Cena” meme first went viral? What’s your favorite unexpected wrestling fan story? Sound off in the comments—we want to hear your take.