The Bella Twins, well-known figures in professional wrestling and reality television, shared a humorous story about how Bryan Danielson, married to Brie Bella, managed to convince their daughter Birdie to alter the nickname she had for her aunt, Nikki Bella. Danielson, showing his playful side, led Birdie to believe that the original nickname she used for Nikki held a different, amusing meaning.
Brie Bella and Bryan Danielson have been prominent in the wrestling world, with Bryan wrestling for AEW and the Bellas enjoying significant fame in WWE and beyond. Their daughter Birdie initially called Nikki Bella “Coco,” a nickname she picked naturally, but Bryan found a way to change that.
Details on the Nickname Switch from “Coco” to “Dodo”
Speaking to Entertainment Tonight, the Bella Twins revealed how Bryan Danielson convinced Birdie that “Coco” actually meant “toots,” prompting Birdie to rename Nikki as “Dodo.” Nikki Bella expressed the playful prank with amusement but a touch of mock frustration.
Nikki Bella said,
“Originally I was Coco, and that was like a natural name, and I got so excited that naturally I was given the name Coco, and then her husband ruined it all. He convinced Birdie that Coco meant- (Brie: toots’) and so she started to call me Dodo. As a rib as a joke, he did that to me.”
– Nikki Bella
Brie Bella added,
“So when she would hear, my daughter would hear Coco, she’d go, (blows raspberry).”
– Brie Bella
This lighthearted family moment shows a personal side to the wrestlers often unseen by fans and adds a charming anecdote to Bryan Danielson’s playful persona around his daughter.
Nikki Bella Reflects on WWE’s Presence on Netflix
In the interview, Nikki Bella also touched on her experience with WWE’s content appearing on Netflix, describing it as “incredible” and emphasizing the opportunity it gives international viewers to witness behind-the-scenes moments during commercial breaks. This exposure helps broaden the appeal of WWE and allows global fans to connect more deeply with the sport.
Significance of the Family Bond and Wrestling Legacy
The story about Nicki’s renaming underscores the close-knit relationship between the Bella family members and their ability to mix wrestling careers with lighthearted family life. Bryan Danielson’s playful interaction with Birdie not only highlights his role beyond the ring but also brings a personal and relatable element to fans who follow their lives.
As Bryan Danielson continues his wrestling journey in AEW alongside Brie Bella’s influential presence in the wrestling world, their family’s anecdotes promise to remain a cherished part of their overall story. Meanwhile, Nikki Bella’s reflections on WWE’s Netflix exposure indicate a growing international interest in wrestling entertainment, suggesting continued expansion for the industry.
