John Cena made an unconventional appearance at the 2024 Oscars with his. Joining host Jimmy Kimmel on stage, Cena made a daring entrance by presenting the award for Best Costume Design to the film 'Poor Things,' all while seemingly nude.
Kimmel, recalling a notorious moment from the Academy Awards' past, humorously mused to the audience, «Can you imagine if a nude man ran across the stage today? Wouldn't that be crazy?» This playful nod paid homage to a historic incident during the 46th Oscars in 1974, when a streaker interrupted David Niven's introduction of Elizabeth Taylor, reflecting the trend of streaking that was prevalent in the '70s.
The setup for the bit became apparent when Cena, shirtless, unexpectedly appeared on stage, expressing a change of heart about participating in the streaker gag. «I changed my mind. I don't want to do the streaker bit,» Cena told Kimmel, expressing discomfort with the joke's tastelessness. «It's an elegant event, you know; you should feel shame right now for suggesting such a tasteless joke.»
Amidst the laughter from the audience, Cena's deadpan delivery added to the comedic effect as he quipped, «The male body is not a joke.» Despite the lighthearted banter, Cena's connection to the Oscars was notable due to his cameo appearance in 'Barbie,' a film nominated for eight Academy Awards.
Following Cena's amusing interlude, he proceeded to announce the winner of the Best Costume Design award, which went to the Hollywood star Emma Stone starrer film 'Poor Things.' The film