WWE Saddest Moments: Top 5 emotional WWE moments that made fans cry

5. Big E’s Shocking Betrayal

In 2022, Big E suffered a neck injury, and on December 2, 2023 (Raw), Woods and Kofi shocked fans by removing him from The New Day.

4. Seth Rollins’ Shocking Heel Turn

In 2014, Seth Rollins shocked WWE fans by betraying Roman Reigns and Dean Ambrose with a steel chair, breaking up The Shield.

3. John Cena’s Emotional Farewell Speech

At Money in the Bank 2024, John Cena announced 2025 as his final WWE year, leaving fans emotional as he embarked on his retirement tour. Photo Credit : X

2. Roman Reigns Relinquishes His Universal Title

On October 22, 2018, Roman Reigns shocked the WWE Universe by relinquishing the Universal Title due to leukemia, leaving fans heartbroken.

1. Bray Wyatt’s Emotional SmackDown Promo

On October 14, 2022, Bray Wyatt’s emotional SmackDown promo moved fans to tears, made even more heartbreaking by his passing in 2023.

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