The Garcia (F.K.A. Bella) Twins
Often overlooked as "eye candy" no one could have predicted the impact the Bella Twins would have when Brie debuted on Smackdown in 2008.
When Brie initially debuted it was "alone". During matches when at a disadvantage she would go under the ring and appear to come out fresh. It was revealed a few weeks later that it was her twin sister Nikki who was under the ring and they had been switching places. This would start their signature "twin magic". By the early 2010s, the twins would start making their mark as wrestlers with both winning the WWE Divas Championship.
In 2013 Nikki & Brie began starring a reality show that would change wrestling viewership dramatically. With the debut of Total Divas which followed the lives of the female superstars outside of the ring, female viewers who never saw wrestling before became introduced to the product. Many of these viewers became fans of WWE diversifying what had been a predominantly male audience for years. The show was so popular it resulted in the twins getting a spin-off Total Bellas. On the wrestling side, the twins would establish their own identities and looks with Brie being shown an environmentalist with a "Brie mode" wild side and Nikki with her trademark "Fearless" look. When the female wrestlers finally got their own pay-per-view Evolution in 2018 it was Nikki (with Brie in her corner) chosen to headline against Ronda Rousey. Earlier that weekend the twins also showcased the special relationship they have with their fans (dubbed "the Bella Army") by holding a rally for them. In March of 2019, both Nikki and Brie retired as active competitors, but their influence continues to be felt.
Bria Bella PPV Worn CapeCape worn during Brie's ring entrance at the WWE Over The Limit Pay-Per View. Autographed by Brie. | Over The Limit Promo PhotoPromo photo of the Bella Twins from WWE Over the Limit 2011. Depicts the cape. |
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Bella Twins Battle Pack SignedBella Twins "Battle Pack" featuring Nikki & Brie with the Divas title. Coveted by collectors as this was a "first time in the line" release. 2011 by Mattel. Signed by Brie & Nikki Bella | Nikki Bella Kiss Card AutoNikki Bella autographed kiss card. Limited edition 4/25 from Topps 2017 "WWE Road To WrestleMania" series. |
Bella Twins Signed PromoNikki & Brie Bella signed WWE Promo Photo. | Nikki & Brie Topps Inserts"Champion" inserts featuring Nikki & Brie during their respective runs as Divas Champion. These were part of the 'Women's Divsion" series of cards and were exclusive to Wal-Mart stores. |
Nikki Bella Belt PlateNikki Bella commemorative Divas Title championship plate card by Topps. From "Women's Division" 2018. | Divas Title Belt BuckleWWE Divas Title replica belt buckle. |
Bella WrestleMania Mat RelicsNikki & Brie Bella WrestleMania mat pieces (relics) . From Topps "Women's Division" 2017. | Bella Royal Rumble MatsNikki & Brie Bella Mat pieces (relics) from the 2018 WWE Royal Rumble by Topps. Brie is the bronze edition of the card. From the "Women's Division" series. 2018. |
Brie Bella shirt relicBrie Bella two color ring worn shirt relic from Topps "Undisputed" series. 2017. | Brie Bella Shirt Relic 2016Topps Brie Bella ring-worn two color shirt relic. From "Divas Revolution" 2016. |
Nikki Bella Mat RelicNikki Bella "Royal Rumble" mat piece (relic). From Topps "Then, Now, Forever". 2017. | Nikki Bella Signed CardNikki Bella signed trading card from Topps first-ever "Undisputed" series. 2015. |
Alicia Fox "Team Bella" gearAlicia Fox "Team Bella: hat & short worn at various points during her run with that team. |