“I’m not ready to invest time in being a parent”

American actor and professional wrestler John Cena has once again spoken out about his decision not to have children.

The 47-year-old actor was asked if he still doesn’t want children in a recent interview published on X Wednesday by host Shannon Sharpe.

He explained: “I’m 47. I don’t have them.”

Sharpe then asked if Cena had ever considered the possibility of having children, perhaps even a “little Johnny” or “Joanna.”

“It’s great, and that’s generally what everyone says. And I have to tell you, it’s not the easiest thing, because a big part of our reason for being here is to reproduce,” he said.

Cena went on to explain his decision, saying that while he is intrigued by life, he is aware of the enormous commitment that comes with parenthood.

“I have a certain curiosity about life and I also know the investment that it requires. And my biggest fear is that, as a determined, often stubborn and selfish person, I try to approach the world with kindness and curiosity, but I don’t think I am personally ready, and I never will be, to invest the time necessary to be a good parent, because I want to live life for what it is. And I still have a lot to do. And I still want to do a lot of things.”

Cena also stressed that despite potential criticism, he was at peace with his choice.

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He acknowledged that it was a difficult subject to broach because it often invited judgment, saying: “It’s human nature. We’re all prone to judgment.”

“I’d like to think I operate on the assumption that everyone is comfortable with their lives… It’s not a knee-jerk reaction. I’ve thought about it a lot, even when I was younger… I remember thinking about it when I was 15, 16,” he added.