Brie Bella, WWE Hall of Famer and one-half of the iconic Bella Twins, has been spotted in New Jersey ahead of the highly anticipated SummerSlam 2025 weekend, fueling speculation about a possible WWE return during the event. According to PWInsider.com, Brie Garcia’s presence in the New Jersey area — home to the MetLife Stadium, the site of this year’s SummerSlam — was confirmed recently, although it remains unclear if she will make any official on-camera appearances during the festivities[1][5].
The Bella Twins, consisting of Brie and her twin sister Nikki Bella, were instrumental in shaping WWE’s women’s division for over a decade. Nikki Bella made a notable WWE return earlier this week, competing on Monday Night Raw alongside top stars such as Iyo Sky and Rhea Ripley in a victorious tag-team matchup[1]. This recent activity has sparked widespread conjecture about a potential Bella Twins reunion on a grand stage like SummerSlam.
Despite the buzz, Brie Bella herself has previously acknowledged hurdles related to a potential WWE comeback, mainly because her husband, Bryan Danielson, is currently signed with rival promotion AEW. In candid remarks on the “Nikki & Brie Show” podcast, she described Danielson’s AEW contract as a significant roadblock to her returning to WWE alongside Nikki[2][3]. Danielson recently made headlines by returning to AEW’s All In Texas event earlier this month, creating a complex dynamic between the promotions[1].
Sources close to WWE and Brie have not provided confirmation on whether Brie will appear in an official capacity at SummerSlam, leading to a mix of fan excitement and cautious speculation. WrestlingHeadlines.com notes that WWE and Brie have remained silent on the subject, but the timing and location of her presence hint at possible cameo or promotional involvement, if not an in-ring return[2].
Beyond the immediate SummerSlam buzz, WWE has subtly incorporated Nikki Bella into storylines on NXT TV, where younger talent like Lola Vice and Blake Monroe have engaged with mentions of the Bella Twins, possibly testing the waters for a larger Bella Twins storyline going forward. This could pave the way for Brie’s involvement down the line, even if SummerSlam ends up being a non-wrestling presence[3].
The Bella Twins remain somewhat polarizing figures within the wrestling community: while many credit them with helping to elevate women’s wrestling in WWE’s modern era, others debate the extent of their impact. Regardless, any reunion or involvement this SummerSlam would be a highly memorable moment for fans and a significant highlight for “The Biggest Party of the Summer”[3].
According to a WWE insider familiar with backstage sentiments, “There’s definitely interest in having Brie involved during SummerSlam weekend, even if it’s not in the ring. The WWE Universe still has a lot of love for the Bella Twins, and having Brie in town adds star power and nostalgia.” However, the same source noted the ongoing challenges posed by her husband’s AEW affiliation, which creates a unique behind-the-scenes complexity[1].
As SummerSlam 2025 approaches on August 2 and 3 at MetLife Stadium, fans and wrestling media alike will be watching closely for any signs of Brie Bella’s official role. With Nikki already active on Raw and storylines hinting at further Bella involvement, Brie’s New Jersey visit has undoubtedly stirred anticipation and speculation in the wrestling world.
Stay tuned to WWE.com, Fightful, and trusted wrestling news sources for the latest updates and live coverage throughout SummerSlam weekend, as more information emerges regarding Brie Bella’s potential role and other surprises at WWE’s biggest event of the summer[2][4].
This article was compiled using information from PWInsider, WrestlingHeadlines.com, iTRWrestling.com, and eWrestlingNews.com as of August 1, 2025.