John Cena made headlines at the 2024 Academy Awards ceremony by presenting the Best Costume Design award in a surprising manner – entirely naked.
This unexpected twist was part of a skit introduced by the ceremony host, Jimmy Kimmel, who mentioned the infamous streaker incident at the 46th Academy Awards in 1974.
Jimmy Kimmel set the tone by discussing the idea of a nude person running across the stage and how wild that would be in today’s context. Meanwhile, John Cena subtly peeked out from behind the set dressing. Kimmel and Cena engaged in banter over whether they would proceed with the streaker bit, with Cena feigning reluctance.
Eventually, Cena emerged from the wings, utilizing only the winner’s envelope to cover his modesty. In a tongue-in-cheek manner, he emphasized the importance of costumes before undergoing a flash costume change. Cena reappeared in a long toga-like robe to present the award for Best Costume Design.
The five nominees for Best Costume Design were Jacqueline Durran for “Barbie,” Jacqueline West for “Killers of the Flower Moon,” Janty Yates and Dave Crossman for “Napoleon,” Ellen Mirojnick for “Oppenheimer,” and Holly Waddington for “Poor Things.”
Social media buzzed with reactions, with fans expressing a mix of shock and appreciation for Cena’s commitment to the unexpected and humorous moment at the Oscars.
