Johnny Gargano shares devastating personal news

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“This past year he was diagnosed with Stage 4 Lung and Prostate Cancer. Something I’ve privately known about for a few months, and something especially after Pawdme’s death, I don’t think I’ve actually had time to fully process,” he wrote.

Gargano then shared a heartfelt tribute to his father and noted that people should spend time with their loved ones while they can.

“I guess the moral in all of this is cherish the moments you have with the people you love. They won’t last forever. I know that’s cliche’ and I’d like to think I’ve always known that but have somehow learned to appreciate it even more so recently. ❤️,” he added.

You can check out the full message in his Instagram post below:

Gargano has been married to Candice LeRae since 2016. The happy couple welcomed their son, Quill, in 2022.

Johnny Gargano pays tribute to John Cena following his WWE retirement

SmackDown star Johnny Gargano shared a tribute to John Cena following his WWE retirement last year. The Cenation Leader retired following his loss to Gunther at Saturday Night’s Main Event in December 2025.

Johnny Wrestling paid tribute to Cena on X and noted that he was the perfect example of how to do things the right way in the wrestling business.

“John Cena is THE Prototype. Yeah, I know what you’re thinking: Duh. We know that was his name early in his career. But I mean it in the truest sense. When I think about doing this job at a high level, and all the extra things that come with it–the in-ring work, the signings, the appearances, the media, and maybe most importantly, how you treat people–John is the prototype,” he wrote.

Only time will tell what the future holds for Johnny Gargano on WWE television. Sportskeeda Wrestling would like to send our thoughts to the Gargano family at this difficult time.