Since stepping away from full-time in-ring competition in 2019, WWE Hall of Famer Brie Bella has navigated a complex transition from professional wrestling to embracing motherhood and a multifaceted entertainment career. In a candid conversation on the Nikki & Brie Show, Brie revealed that juggling the demands of reality television, raising two children, and maintaining her public persona has been more challenging than she initially anticipated[1].
Brie described this transition as a difficult journey of self-discovery. “Being a pro wrestler and then a reality star and then becoming a mom, finding that identity was hard. I didn’t know like how do I be the old Brie, mix it with the new Brie,” she shared. The physical and emotional demands of motherhood also presented unexpected hurdles: “It was hard to lose baby weight. It was hard for me to keep up with all the girls. I wanted to be an excellent mother and a wife, but I didn’t want to lose my momentum in the game, but I did.” She characterized her 30s as a time of evolving identity, culminating in a personal shift she calls her “soft girl era,” marked by a slower, nature-connected lifestyle and new hobbies like journaling[1].
Brie’s reflections highlight the often overlooked pressures female athletes and entertainers face when balancing career and family, especially under public scrutiny. Since retiring, Brie has maintained a visible presence across reality TV, podcasts, and social media, continuing to engage wrestling fans while prioritizing motherhood.
Despite stepping back from the ring, Brie hasn’t closed the door on a WWE return. In an exclusive interview at the 2025 Kids’ Choice Awards, Brie expressed her desire to come back but noted she hasn’t yet received a call from WWE to make it happen. “Nikki got the call, Brie didn’t,” she joked, signaling her readiness to re-enter wrestling if the opportunity arises[2]. This was echoed by industry rumors in June 2025 that Brie was in talks to unretire and possibly appear alongside Nikki at WWE’s all-women Pay-Per-view event, Evolution. Sources close to WWE suggest that a reunion in the ring could be imminent, fueled in part by Brie’s protective instincts toward Nikki after a recent storyline feud[4].
Nikki Bella, who returned to WWE in early 2025, has detailed how getting back in the ring boosted her confidence and reinvigorated her passion for wrestling. During a July 2025 Access Hollywood interview, Nikki said her return made her feel empowered, though she remains ambivalent about whether Brie will join her inside the squared circle again. This dynamic keeps fans speculating about a possible Bella Twins tag team comeback or storyline reunion[3].
Brie’s narrative is significant not just for wrestling fans but for anyone interested in the complex realities female athletes face transitioning into different life phases. Her openness about motherhood’s humbling experience, coupled with a candid look at the challenges of maintaining career momentum, adds depth to the public’s understanding of pro wrestling stars beyond the spotlight.
In sum, Brie Bella epitomizes the modern multi-hyphenate entertainer balancing family life, media commitments, and potential wrestling comebacks. As sources close to her confirm ongoing WWE discussions, fans eagerly await whether Brie will redefine her role once again — blending her legacy as a trailblazer in women’s wrestling with her evolving identity as a mother and media personality[1][2][4].
If quoting Brie Bella’s reflections, credit should be given to the “Nikki & Brie Show” with a hat tip to Wrestling Inc. for the original transcription[1].