Candice Michelle made a significant impact during her tenure in the mid-2000s as a prominent figure in the women’s division. She was beloved by fans for her contributions to the company during that time. Recently, she found herself in the middle of controversy when defending WWE’s Executive Chairman, Vince McMahon, over a highly controversial backstage segment.
Throughout her WWE career, Candice Michelle engaged in numerous feuds with fellow Superstars like Victoria, Melina, and Mickie James. However, it was a particular backstage segment that stirred up a lot of criticism. In the segment, Michelle’s character met Vince McMahon to cure her chest cold, leading to an uncomfortable moment where McMahon touched her chest, resulting in an immediate “healing” of her condition.
When asked about how McMahon pitched this idea for the segment, Candice Michelle responded during an interview with Steve Fall’s Ten Count. She defended McMahon, explaining that such segments are not necessarily “pitched” in the traditional sense, but rather presented as scenes for the wrestlers to portray their characters. In her view, they were merely playing their roles and should be viewed as acting, rather than any inappropriate behavior.
“I don’t think that stuff is really pitched, it’s just like you are going to have a segment with Vince McMahon and here is what you should say. This kind of is not like grabbing my breasts, it’s like more of pitch like you’re an actress in a scene of you know, like you go in as a character and you come out of that character.”
Michelle’s explanation sheds light on the creative process in WWE and how some segments are presented as part of a scripted narrative. While the segment in question received criticism, her perspective highlights the complexities of being a performer in the wrestling industry.
Despite her past success and recognition, Candice Michelle had some issues with WWE’s promotion for RAW Legends Night in January 2021. She felt that the company falsely advertised her appearance, leading to a disconnection with her fans. However, despite these challenges, she remains focused on the future and is preparing for the next chapter in her career. With aspirations to return to the limelight next year, she is determined to continue making her mark in the world of entertainment.
