Monday's "WWE Raw" episode launched a new era with its debut on Netflix which also included a surprise appearance from former WWE Divas Champion Nikki Bella which is her maiden public event since her divorce. Fans are now speculating if Nikki's visit to "Raw" could mean that a formal comeback to professional wrestling might be forthcoming for Nikki and possibly her sister. Nikki showed strong presence at the Intuit Dome in Inglewood California at this key event. The event marked the premiere of Monday Night Raw on Netflix streaming.
Nikki Bella's Statement Sparks Return Speculations Following Surprise Raw Appearance on Netflix Platform
Nikki made an appearance at "Raw" during a pre-show red carpet event plus a ringside presence while seated with the new WWE Women’s Champion Tiffany Stratton. Getty Images shared with media her statement on a potential future wrestling run noting that she "may be here looking at my competition soon". Nikki's last time wrestling was the 2022 Women's Royal Rumble where her sister Brie Garcia eliminated her from match setting stage for major comeback that many people were not expecting.
Nikki and Brie Garcia both left the WWE previously due to feeling misaligned energetically with the organization and altered their professional names from Nikki and Brie Bella to their current respective names. WWE publicly used Nikki's previous WWE stage name "Nikki Bella" instead of "Nikki Garcia" which highlights that all past tensions might have been addressed setting a possible return to her wrestling roots on the WWE platform. “WWE Raw” featured Liv Morgan and Rhea Ripley during this event where “The Eradicator” emerged victorious which is a match that Nikki was likely to be observing during this particular viewing experience. Nikki Garcia was also pictured with Nia Jax Maxxine Dupri and United States Champion Chelsea Green creating discussion on future partnerships.
Nikki Garcia's Red Carpet Appearance on Netflix After Divorce is Met with Positive Fan Reception
Nikki Garcia 41 year old also known to many as Nikki Bella made a red carpet return at Netflix premiere event following her divorce settlement with Artem Chigvintsev in November. Nikki’s outfit for this important show included a striking red leather strapless corset matching pants further symbolizing bold and fresh appearance following all of the major changes and challenges from recent months. Her public appearance happened at the Intuit Dome in Inglewood California showing support of WWE platform.
Navigating Personal Challenges: Nikki Garcia's Separation from Artem Chigvintsev and Focus on Family and Healing
Nikki’s red carpet reemergence occurs two years since she and her sister Brie ended affiliations with WWE alongside her divorce and custody battles with Artem Chigvintsev whom shares son Matteo who is currently 4 years old. Both parties elected to remove the domestic violence restraining orders in an effort to co-parent successfully with privacy on the subject. Artem Chigvintsev 42 was arrested in August following accusations of domestic dispute in Napa California which had a ripple effect throughout Nikki's life including her person al social image. Us Weekly confirmed Chigvintsev was arrested on a felony domestic violence charge with prosecutors electing not to file formal charges in September . Nikki has been outspoken about her experiences after separation stating that ‘she had not had a day without tears’ while she addresses ways of making ‘the piece of you that’s gone strong.’.
Nikki and Chigvintsev were partners on Dancing with the Stars in 2017 which furthered a romantic connection with their marriage following in 2022 that was eventually brought to an end in 2024 . Nikki during an episode on The Nikki & Brie Show Podcast stated the value of “disconnecting” while working through difficult times. She also revealed some support mechanisms that involved specific music selections like Harry Connick Jr.s “Be Not Afraid”. Nikki asked that media provide her with “privacy for her family”.Chigvintsev shared “relief” that domestic violence charges were dropped from record saying that truth eventually came out . The National Domestic Violence Hotline is open for those in distress at 1-800-799-7233 in order to provide help to others who are struggling.
Stepping Back into the Spotlight: Nikki Garcia Returns to WWE Roots Post-Divorce
Nikki Garcia once known as Nikki Bella embraced the Netflix premiere of WWE Monday Night Raw during red carpet events held at the Intuit Dome in Los Angeles during this return showing confidence for future endeavors. Nikki styled a red leather corset with red white pants plus bold red lip demonstrating to audiences a powerful sense of style that is also indicative of her return to her wrestling origins after her difficult periods post divorce . Nikki and Artem shared son Matteo age 4 after having married in 2022 only to go separate ways during year 2024 showing that no marriage can be promised to last in a complex situation. Both were issued restraining orders which were eventually removed following final settlement.
On The Nikki & Brie Show she reviewed her journey and acknowledged "that you are so much stronger than you think". The event demonstrated Garcia's strength following difficult events of recent past years with both public appearances and media engagement with press publications like People magazine following and creating news out of such public appearances. She continued to show resolve that required spending “time and energy” in areas that help foster growth within her life and community and these changes have proven useful and effective. She showed strength by sharing some challenges while acknowledging to other viewers going through difficult circumstances in life "in our strongest moments, we definitely have been super weak moments, and we just have to figure out how we get through that."