Recently, Rhea Ripley shared a captivating snapshot from Dominik Mysterio’s wedding, drawing attention from none other than former WWE Superstar Shelton Benjamin.
Benjamin, renowned for his tenure with the Stamford-based company, both from 2000 to 2010 and later from 2017 to 2023, responded to Ripley’s photo on Instagram with a succinct yet intriguing message:
“Is it still a…….yep still, It’s a TRAP!!!”
Shelton Benjamin reacts to Rhea Ripley's photo from Dominik Mysterio's wedding pic.twitter.com/w54TwF2T2A
— WrestleSR (@wrestle_sr) March 20, 2024
Meanwhile, former WWE writer Vince Russo delved into Ripley’s breaking character on social media. Despite her portrayal as a fierce heel in professional wrestling, Ripley exhibits a different persona off-camera, embracing her personal life with a softer touch.
Ripley recently defended fellow wrestler Maxxine Dupri after criticism at a WWE Live Event, a move Russo sees as indicative of Ripley’s desire for acceptance.
Russo shared his observations on Sportskeeda Wrestling’s Legion of RAW, noting,
“We already saw Rhea Ripley on social media went to bat for the Dupri girl. Why is she doing that? I look at some of her social media and it is clear this is a women who wants to be liked. That’s why she went to bat for another wrestler. She completely disregarded her character.”
Despite the complexities of her on-screen persona, Ripley is currently engaged in a heated feud with Becky Lynch on Monday Night RAW, gearing up for a monumental showdown at WrestleMania 40.
The highly anticipated clash marks the first-ever encounter between Ripley and Lynch, adding an extra layer of excitement to the event.
Fresh from successfully defending her World Title against Nia Jax at the Elimination Chamber: Perth Premium Live Event, Ripley’s journey beyond ‘Mania is eagerly awaited by fans worldwide, as she continues to captivate audiences both in and out of the ring.
