Banana Split Trifle

1 box yellow cake mix
1 large pkg banana pudding mix
3 large bananas, sliced
1-1/2 c sliced strawberries
6 oz can crushed pineapple, drained
1 8 oz Cool Whip, thawed
1 jar maraschino cherries, diced
1/2 c pecans, chopped
1/4 c chocolate syrup

Prepare cake according to directions and cool completely.
Cut cake into bite-sized pieces.
Prepare pudding. (Do not allow to completely set before assembling.)
In trifle dish, layer half cake pieces, then cover with half the pudding.
Then half of the bananas, half of the strawberries, half of the pineapple, half of the Cool Whip, half of the cherries, half of the chocolate syrup, and half of the nuts.
Repeat the layers.
Chill until ready to serve.