John Cena Faces Backlash Over Peacemaker Tweet About Ukraine
John Cena, lead actor in James Gunn's Peacemaker series, is facing backlash after posting show-related content that many believe is in poor taste. The show first aired on HBO Max earlier this year, and it was recently picked up for a second season. Cena's character on the series first appeared in The Suicide Squad, establishing such an impact on Gunn that he proceeded to make a spinoff show dedicated to the superhero.
Cena plays Chris Smith, a mercenary turned superhero. Working as an A.R.G.U.S. agent, he assumes the identity of The Peacemaker and continues his fight against an invasive alien species fixed on world domination. Even though The Peacemaker is the protagonist and responsible for saving the world, his personality is a far cry from traditional superheroes like Superman. The Peacemaker is extremely egotistic, eager to express any assortment of crude or insulting comments to those around him. Cena's personal behavior contrasts that of his onscreen persona, but recent comments have led to accusations of being tone-deaf or insensitive.
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A social media post by Cena is not sitting well with many online readers. The short tweet simply expressed his yearning to actually have The Peacemaker's powers in real life. However, the timing and possible motive behind his post have landed him in hot water. Russia began its invasion of Ukraine just two days prior and readers were quick to express their disdain for Cena's thoughts, accusing the actor of using the global events to serve as a catalyst to shamelessly promote his show. Read below to see the statement that caused this backlash.
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