Fans Stunned to Discover Jason Earles and John Cena Share the Same Age

Los Angeles, September 2, 2025 - A simple side-by-side photo of WWE superstar John Cena and actor Jason Earles has sparked a viral reaction online after fans realized the two are both 48 years old.

The image, which resurfaced on social media platforms Monday evening, prompted a flurry of reactions as users on X and Reddit expressed disbelief that Cena (born April 23, 1977) and Earles (born April 26, 1977) are the same age despite stark differences in their public personas and on-screen roles. An X post highlighting the birthday proximity garnered over 57,000 views within hours of being shared.

On Reddit, one user wrote, “How are they the same age? One looks like he’s 16, the other looks every bit the wrestling icon,” while another admitted they had to “Google to confirm” the birth dates after spotting the uncanny age match.

Earles, best known for his role as Jackson Stewart on Disney’s Hannah Montana, portrayed a 16-year-old character at age 29, a fact that has long amused fans of the series. Cena, meanwhile, has maintained a career in professional wrestling and Hollywood action films, heightening the contrast between their youthful appearances and real ages.

The photo serves as a reminder of Hollywood’s age-defying secrets and continues to fuel conversations about casting and the art of on-screen illusion.