John Cena Teases WrestleMania Return After Retirement

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John Cena is returning to the ring—just not in the way his fans are used to. 

Almost two years after retiring from WWE, the 48-year-old announced he’ll be hosting the two-day WrestleMania 42 event in Las Vegas on April 18th.

While filming on set, John jokingly mentioned enjoying retirement in the sun in a video posted to X on March 30th. He then revealed he was actually working on a Netflix movie called One Attempt Remaining, which will be released at a later date.

The retired wrestler, who competed in WWE for two decades, hinted that he’s currently traveling as well.

John joked, “It’s funny, actually.” He explained that with WrestleMania approaching and Hollywood being so near Las Vegas, there’s talk that the event needs a host. He added with a grin, “I’m already working on making that happen.”

As he performed his famous ‘You can’t see me’ gesture – waving his hand in front of his face – he also said, “I’ll see you at WrestleMania.”

John will return to WrestleMania next month for the first time since his surprising loss to Gunther (Walter Hahn) in what was billed as his final match last December. That match, which lasted only 24 minutes, left many longtime WWE fans disappointed.

While it wasn’t entirely unexpected, John will once again host WrestleMania. The actor, known for Ricky Stanicky, has often said that he considers WWE a permanent part of his life, even though he’s no longer wrestling.

I love WWE – it’s always been my home,” he said after announcing his retirement in July 2024. “Even though my body is telling me I’m nearing the end of my career, I don’t want to step away from something I’m so passionate about. I want to finish performing at my best, and I plan to stay involved with the WWE family for a long time to come.”

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In a March 2026 episode, the crime drama said farewell to Director Leon Vance, portrayed by Rocky Carroll, after 18 years with the show. The character was killed in a shootout with a dishonest agent during the show’s 500th episode and reunited with the late Donald “Ducky” Mallard, played by Adam Campbell, in heaven.

As a lifestyle expert, I know fans were truly surprised back in 2025 when Mehcad Brooks announced he was leaving his role on the long-running NBC crime drama before the start of its 25th season. It was definitely a shocker for a lot of viewers!

Brooks, who joined the show in 2022, portrayed Detective Jalen Shaw for three seasons.

Jenna Lyons has confirmed she won’t be back for season 16 of The Real Housewives of New York City.

Confirming the speculation, the former J. Crew Creative Director announced on Instagram on November 21st that she would be joining season 16 of RHONY as a ‘friend of.’ She explained that, because her personal life wasn’t suitable for filming, they had agreed this role made sense.

The fashion icon, who started on the Bravo show in 2022 for its fourteenth season, said she eventually decided she didn’t want to be just a supporting player.

After careful consideration, I’ve decided not to return to the show,” she explained. “I’d be the oldest and only openly gay woman participating, and I believe this creates a chance for a fresh perspective and new energy to be introduced.”

After nine seasons, the A-list realtor is done selling mega-mansions on the Netflix reality show.

In November, Chrishell shared on social media that she no longer needs the show for income. She explained she’s fortunate to have other work and that continuing with the show was negatively affecting her well-being.

Jax Taylor has stated he won’t be participating in season three of The Valley following concerns raised by viewers about his actions in the previous season.

In July 2025, the Bravo star, currently going through a difficult divorce from Brittany Cartwright, explained that his priorities are getting sober, improving his mental health, and being a good coparent. He feels this time is crucial for his personal growth, particularly so he can be the best father to their son, Cruz.

Several cast members from Saturday Night Live recently announced they won’t be back for the show’s 51st season, with the news coming within just a few days of each other.

Longfellow and Walker each spent three seasons on SNL while Wakim exited after just one season.

Following the departures of Longfellow, Walker, and Wakim from Saturday Night Live, two more popular cast members, Gardner and Nwodim, announced they wouldn’t be back for the show’s 51st season. Gardner had been with the show for eight seasons, and Nwodim for seven.

Sofia Mattsson finished her role on the soap opera after seven years of playing Sasha Gilmore in the summer of 2025. Her character moved to Paris as part of the storyline.

Tracy Ifeachor, who starred in the popular HBO Max series The Pitt, decided not to return after its successful first season.

The actress shared on Instagram on July 10th how honored she was to play Dr. Heather Collins in what she called a truly special season of the show. She also thanked viewers for watching and sharing their personal experiences with her.

Even though fans likely expected Joel Miller, played by Pedro Pascal, to die – his fate in the show closely mirrored his death in the 2020 video game The Last of Us Part II, which season two is based on – the shocking and violent way his character died still came as a surprise.

Pascal, known for dying in roles on shows like Game of Thrones and Buffy the Vampire Slayer, wasn’t surprised by his character’s fate. He jokingly told Entertainment Weekly that he’s used to it, saying, “I like to die.”

As someone who keeps a close eye on the entertainment world, I can tell you that Peter Krause has wrapped up his incredible run as Bobby Nash on 9-1-1. After what he called a ‘wild adventure,’ he played his final scenes as the LA Fire Department captain in an episode that aired in April 2025. It was definitely the end of an era for that show!

According to a statement to the Hollywood Reporter, the character Bobby Nash was intentionally created to make a sacrifice, as a way to honor the bravery of first responders who risk their lives for others. The writers felt his storyline was a fitting tribute to their dedication.

The decision to kill off a popular, yet troubled, firefighter was definitely controversial, showrunner Tim Minear told Variety. He explained that after eight seasons, it was necessary to raise the stakes for future storylines, and that meant someone needed to die.

Summer just got a little less fun.

In June 2025, Paige DeSorbo revealed she was leaving the Bravo series after being on the show for seven seasons.

It’s hard to believe it’s been seven summers since I first started following this podcast! I’m so incredibly thankful for all the fun times, the amazing community we’ve built, and everything this journey has given me. But honestly, it feels like the right time to say goodbye to this chapter – even though it’s bittersweet. It’s been a wild ride, and I’ll cherish the memories, but it’s time to move on.

The popular Netflix show won’t have the French actress in its fifth season, which is set to come out in April 2025. She has confirmed she won’t be returning.

In an Instagram post on April 23rd, the actress announced she’s leaving Emily in Paris. She shared photos with her former co-stars and described her time on the show as a fantastic experience full of growth, creativity, and cherished memories.

Before the third season of The Sex Lives of College Girls begins, Reneé Rapp has announced she will no longer be part of the show.

I came to LA thanks to the show College Girls, and I met some of my closest friends through it,” she shared on social media in July 2023. “After two and a half years, it’s brought me all of you and this amazing community.

Mindy Kaling, a co-creator of the show, also confirmed that Renée Rapp is leaving. She shared on Instagram that they’re sad to see Leighton Murray go, but excited to support Rapp’s upcoming music tour. Kaling expressed a lot of love for Rapp and her talent.

After over a year of speculation, Kevin Costner confirmed in June 2024 that he won’t be back for the final season of the popular Paramount drama, following his departure after four and a half seasons.

In February 2023, Ellen Pompeo finished her run as Meredith Grey on the ABC drama after playing the role for 19 years.

Pompeo said on The Drew Barrymore Show in December 2022 that she needed to try new things. She explained that at 53, her mind feels scattered, and you can’t just do the same thing, like The New York Times crossword puzzle, every day. Even though she said this, she’s already been back for a guest appearance in May and continues to narrate the show.

But she’s not gone for good. Pompeo still pops in and out of Grey Sloan Memorial Hospital.

Henry Cavill, known for playing Superman and starring in Batman vs. Superman, has announced he’s leaving the Netflix series The Witcher after its third season. Liam Hemsworth will take over the role of Geralt, starting with season four and likely continuing in future seasons.

In an October 2022 Instagram post, Henry Cavill announced that his time playing Geralt of Rivia was coming to an end. He said he would be stepping down from the role for Season 4, putting away his Witcher medallion and swords.

Jesse Lee Soffer, an original cast member, left the show in 2022 after playing Detective Jay Halstead for 10 seasons.

Everyone involved with the show has poured their heart and soul into making each week’s episode, and it’s been a rewarding experience,” said Jesse Soffer after his last episode aired on October 5th. “I’m incredibly proud of my work as Detective Jay Halstead.

After five seasons, Damian Lewis departed Showtime’s Billions in Oct. 2021.

In August 2021, Emily VanCamp left the TV show The Resident on Fox, meaning she would no longer be playing her role as a doctor.

Madeleine Mantock, who played Macy on the CW’s Charmed reboot, decided to leave the show after three seasons. She announced her departure in 2021 before season four began, calling the role a great opportunity and expressing her appreciation for the show’s producers, writers, and cast and crew.

Elizabeth Keen will never learn the truth about Raymond Reddington. Actress Megan Boone decided to leave The Blacklist after eight seasons, and her character was killed off before she could read a letter containing the big reveal. Boone described her time on the show as “a dream” in an Instagram post when she announced her departure in 2021.

The second season of Bridgerton didn’t include Rege-Jean Page, who became a fan favorite in the first season of the popular Netflix drama. Fans were disappointed when it was announced he wouldn’t be returning in 2021.

He told Vanity Fair that he simply did the work he signed up for, and then took on additional assignments. ‘That’s all there is to it,’ he said. ‘I wish there was a more exciting story behind it.’

Ruby Rose first appeared as Batwoman (Kate Kane) in a 2018 crossover event and then led the CW’s Batwoman series for one season, becoming the first openly lesbian superhero to star in her own show. She announced her departure from the series just two days after the season one finale in 2020. In season two, Javicia Leslie took over the role, playing a new character named Ryan Wilder who becomes the new Batwoman.

Later on in season two, Kate got a bit of a face swap and returned played by Wallis Day.

America Ferrera left the show Superstore after its fifth season in 2020, which meant both Cloud 9 lost its manager and the show lost a main character. Due to the pandemic, she made a brief appearance in the first two episodes of season six. When season six became the show’s last, she returned for the final episode to give her character, Amy, and Jonah (Ben Feldman) a satisfying conclusion to their story.

In the 2019 finale of the Syfy show The Magicians, Jason Ralph’s character, Quentin, successfully rescued Eliot (played by Hale Appleman) but died in the process. Although the show regularly features character deaths – it is called The Magicians – Ralph did not reprise his role in the show’s fifth and final season.

Ahead of the final season, Arrow‘s Emily Bett Rickards announced her exit in a poem of sorts.

Felicity and I are very close, but after completing grades one through seven, we’ll be leaving.

She did, however, return for a guest appearance in the show’s 2020 series finale.

Lauren Cohan initially left The Walking Dead in 2018 after difficult contract talks. While she appeared in a few episodes of season nine, her character, Maggie Greene, disappeared after a time jump of six years. Producers wanted her to come back, and when her show Whiskey Cavalier on ABC was canceled, she did. Cohan returned to The Walking Dead in the 16th episode of season ten, which aired in October 2020.

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Nicollette Sheridan played the memorable Alexis Carrington, appearing throughout the first season and as a main cast member in the second. In 2019, she decided to leave the CW series reboot before its third season to care for her sick mother.

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