Nikki Bella has publicly dismissed claims that she exclusively dates men in their twenties. During a recent episode of her Nikki and Brie Show podcast, she confronted these rumors directly, denying any age-specific dating preferences.
“There’s another lie going around that I’m only into 20-year-olds — so, when I was looking through DMs, I did see there were a bunch of guys saying, ‘You know, sucks that you’re now only into the 20-year-olds,’ and I go, ‘Where is this coming from?’ To see other people in my DMs confirm it, like, ‘Hey, you know, thought I had a chance, but I guess you’re only into people in their 20s,’ I’m like, ‘What the? This is crazy.’”
—Nikki Bella, Wrestler and TV Personality
Bella emphasized that her dating decisions are based on chemistry and connection rather than age, noting she is open to relationships with men in their 20s through 50s, but would not consider dating someone in their 60s. Previously, Bella was engaged to John Cena after a proposal at WrestleMania 33, a relationship that ended in 2018. She later married and then divorced Artem Chigvintsev, her partner from Dancing With the Stars, in 2024.
AJ Styles’ Son Voices Discontent Over WWE’s Treatment of His Father
AJ Styles’ son, Ajay Covell Jones, has publicly criticized WWE’s Chief Content Officer, Triple H, for how his father is being booked in the company. The comments came in response to a fan’s Instagram post expressing frustration over what they perceived as disrespect towards Styles.
Styles, who joined WWE in 2016, boasts accolades including two WWE Championships and completing the Grand Slam in 2021. Despite his achievements, fans and his son feel he is currently undervalued, particularly amid his ongoing feud with Dominik Mysterio. Styles is scheduled to wrestle El Grande Americano on an upcoming episode of WWE RAW.
Matt Riddle Misses Charity Event, Sparking Controversy and Support
Matt Riddle recently did not appear at Global Wrestling Kingdom’s (GWK) inaugural show in Barnsley, England, an event designed to raise funds for homeless veterans and survivors of suicide bereavement. His absence drew significant criticism from attendees and fans.
Riddle later stated that the event was not a charity show and cited management issues for his no-show. Paul London, during a Masters of Wrestling podcast, expressed belief in Riddle’s explanation, highlighting Riddle’s genuine character.
“I mean, real life, I mean he’s not putting on a voice when he talks, he’s not, you know, putting on a persona for the sake of trying to keep his brand or any kind of nonsense like that. So, he’s more genuine than I think anybody would realize that doesn’t know him.”
—Paul London, Former Wrestler and Podcaster
For the event, Al Snow served as General Manager, SoCal Val handled ring announcing, and Grado stepped in for Riddle in the main event against Simon Miller.
Context and Impact: What These Developments Mean for WWE and Wrestling Fans
The ongoing criticism from AJ Styles’ son points to larger dissatisfaction within WWE’s fanbase and talent regarding creative decisions and booking practices, particularly involving experienced wrestlers like Styles. This tension reflects broader calls for better treatment of wrestlers who have contributed significantly to the promotion’s success.
Nikki Bella’s clarification on her personal life contests media narratives that often reduce public figures to gossip, offering a more nuanced view of her dating preferences and combatting misleading rumors. Her comments may help reshape public perception and influence how relationships of public personalities are discussed.
Meanwhile, Matt Riddle’s situation at the GWK event highlights the challenges of managing expectations in the wrestling community, especially when charity and professional commitments intersect. Paul London’s defense underscores the importance of recognizing a wrestler’s character beyond public controversies.
These developments underscore the complex dynamics at play within the professional wrestling world, touching on personal reputations, talent management, and fan engagement. WWE’s future booking choices and how they address talent concerns like those raised by Styles’ son will likely affect its standing with a passionate and critical audience.
