John Cena’s Rolex watch collection: the F9 star bared all for the Oscars, going viral in nothing but Birkenstocks and an Explorer II – he also owns a Daytona and a GMT-Master II Batman

The bit, which Cena and host Jimmy Kimmel orchestrated, had stars like Margot Robbie in stitches in the audience, and it became the most viral moment of the night online.

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It also didn’t escape anyone’s attention that Cena’s choice of attire – what little there was of it, anyway – included his trusty Rolex Explorer II. The actor, who had a small role as a merman in last year’s record-breaking blockbuster Barbie, is an emerging watch enthusiast with a select yet impressive Rolex collection.

In fact, Cena is such a big watch guy that he once quipped that he wears two watches: one for time, and one for perspective – this being a Teddy Roosevelt quote.

Here’s a closer look at what else we know about Cena’s collection of luxury watches.

1. Rolex Explorer II

After last Sunday, the Rolex Explorer II will forever more be the watch most associated with Cena.

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Considered by some to be a “holy grail” of timepieces, this iconic steel sports watch is recognisable for its 24-hour bezel, and was designed for those working in places with no light, such as polar or cave explorers, to help them distinguish between day and night. Featuring a special 24-hour orange hand and a brushed steel bezel, it stands up to wear and tear too.

For someone like Cena who’s best known for his physicality and ripped physique, the rugged Rolex Explorer II was a fitting choice to wear on the big stage in front of Hollywood’s elite.

2. Rolex GMT-Master II Batman

Holy ticking timepieces, Batman! This superhero-themed Rolex enjoys immense popularity among watch collectors, due to its guaranteed appreciation in the resale market (it can go for around US$17,000).

It boasts a two-tone Cerachrom bezel in blue and black ceramic and is notable for being the first to integrate two colours into a single ceramic bezel, contributing to its high demand.

To promote Fast & Furious 9, Cena wore an modern upgraded version that replaced its traditional Oyster bracelet with the more elegant Jubilee, aligning it with its sibling watch, the Rolex Pepsi (which features a red and black bezel), while maintaining its distinctive Batman-themed colour scheme on the bezel.

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3 Rolex Daytona Everose

This choice reflects Cena’s informed taste in high-end timepieces, as it appeals to watch aficionados and certain models can hold a resale value of around US$40,000.