Retired WWE superstar made a stunning appearance at WWE's big "Raw" event on Monday night, and it wasn't just her presence that caught everyone's attention — it was her undeniable energy and dance moves.
Last month, Nikki Bella officially ended her marriage to "Dancing with the Stars" professional Artem Chigvintsev through private mediation.
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Nikki Bella is coming to the WWE 'Raw' event
Now, as she sets her sights on 2025, Nikki – who now goes by the name Nikki Garcia – seems laser-focused on her well-being, personal growth and inspiration for her devoted fan base.
The 41-year-old wrestling icon turned heads as she graced the red carpet in Los Angeles for the first WWE Netflix show. Wearing a sleek leather ensemble, Nikki exuded confidence and poise, proving she's still the powerhouse her fans adore.
Although she didn't enter the ring, Nikki still managed to steal the spotlight. When the cameras panned to her on the Intuit Dome's jumbotron, the crowd cheered as she playfully showed off her dance moves. The moment was a testament to her enduring stardom and the unwavering support she continues to receive from her fans.
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Can Nikki get back in the ring?
When asked about her future plans, Bella teased, "Maybe I'm here watching my competition." Although she remained coy about the specifics, the possibility of her return to the squared circle has already created buzz in the WWE Universe.
Interestingly, Bella's famous ex, John Cenahe also played a significant role in the evening's festivities. However, it remains unclear whether the two crossed paths during the event.
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Overcoming personal challenges
Nikki Bella's confident and radiant appearance was a welcome sight after an incredibly challenging few months. On August 29, her now estranged husband, Artem Chigvintsev, was arrested on suspicion of domestic violence in Napa County. However, the district attorney ultimately decided not to pursue criminal charges.
Just weeks later, on September 11, Bella officially filed for divorce, seeking sole legal and physical custody of their four-year-old son, Matteo, along with visitation rights for the Chigvintsevs. In her filing, Bella also requested an end to spousal support for both parties.
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In a surprising twist, both Bella and Chigvintsev released a joint statement in November confirming that they had agreed to drop their domestic violence restraining orders against each other. The statement emphasized their shared desire to thrive and effectively parent their son.
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Nikki is speaking
In his first public statement since the news broke, Nikki Bella opened up about why she chose to step away from the spotlight during such a tumultuous period.
"I disconnected from social media, from the world, and I just knew that I had to end the relationship, because first, I am a mom, and the protection and privacy of my son is the most important thing. So I did everything necessary for the most important thing, and then just needing space to heal, to deal with the trauma, all of that," Bella shared.
Reflecting on the emotional aftermath of the situation, she continued: "It was really hard. My heart is broken. Sad. You know, you dream of having this family, and you have this amazing love, and everything goes the other way. And you went from a great love story to horrible, and I never saw any of that happening, you know, what the end would be.
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Nikki Bella talks about her relationship with Artem
As she discussed the energy she put into trying to fix others, she urged listeners to recognize this pattern early before it becomes a problem.
“If you're in a relationship that you're fixing, you have to find a way out,” she said on her podcast. “Because trying to fix someone will not bring love, happiness and change. Honestly, you'll end up draining yourself and causing grief. And so it hit me hard, because I'm definitely in that space now, and this new era of mine in 2025 isn't getting any better. I will lead. I will help. I will support. I will love, but I will not fix.”
She later said, "God will come and help them go that way."
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