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Eric André: John Cena Was My Comedy Lifeline
23 Jun
Summary
- John Cena offered significant support to Eric André early in his career.
- André felt comfortable and cared for by Cena on set.
- The cast and crew of 'Little Brother' created a very nurturing environment.

Comedian Eric André recently spoke about his positive experiences working with John Cena, particularly highlighting Cena's early support for his career. André recalled meeting Cena on 'The Eric André Show' in 2020, where the already successful wrestler made him feel comfortable and cared for on set.
André praised the cast and crew of their upcoming film, 'Little Brother,' for cultivating a "very nurturing" atmosphere. He contrasted this with the potential for a single negative individual to disrupt an entire production, expressing gratitude for their "amazing" team.
'Little Brother' features John Cena as Rudd, a character whose life is upended by the unexpected reappearance of his eccentric younger brother. The comedy is slated for release on Netflix on June 26, 2026, with André expressing his fortune in being part of such a supportive project.