Imagine millions of eyes glued to a WWE match, only to witness a shocking wardrobe malfunction that left everyone questioning what was real and what was scripted. But here’s where it gets controversial: was it all part of the show, or a genuine mishap? A WWE veteran recently spilled the beans on her infamous 2016 wardrobe malfunction during a match against Becky Lynch, and the truth might surprise you.
In the world of professional wrestling, storylines often blur the line between reality and entertainment. Back in 2016, Eva Marie was one of the most polarizing figures in WWE’s women’s division, known for her cunning ways to avoid in-ring competition. One such instance was her highly publicized wardrobe malfunction during a singles match against Becky Lynch. And this is the part most people miss: it was all meticulously planned as part of a storyline—one that Eva Marie admits she thoroughly enjoyed.
During a candid interview on Insight with Chris Van Vliet, Marie revealed her comfort in playing the villainous heel role. She also shared how the wardrobe malfunction segment had the cameramen on edge, as her outfit, though securely taped, appeared precariously close to a real disaster. When asked about the execution, Marie confirmed the angle went exactly as planned, looking convincingly real to the audience. As she put it, ‘I’m holding it in a way that looks like, ‘Oh my God, it’s really happening,’ but I’m taped up. If I let go, it’s just flapping in the wind.’ H/T: Chris Van Vliet
But here’s the twist: while the segment was scripted, it could have easily backfired, turning a controlled moment into an actual disaster. Marie praised Becky Lynch for her seamless reaction, noting, ‘It just clips off and falls forward. On TV, it looked like her top was literally falling off, and Becky played off it perfectly.’ This moment, now a viral sensation with over 47 million views on WWE’s YouTube channel, remains one of the most memorable in the company’s history.
Now, here’s the controversial question: Does scripting moments like these enhance the entertainment value, or does it cross the line into manipulation? And how far should WWE go to blur the lines between reality and storytelling? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below!
