Bianca Belair Has to Deal With Inept Racists Amid WWE 2K24 Launch
"The black women in this industry face a regular barrage of racism and misogyny from 'fans.' And have for far too long."
By Brandon CharlesMar. Eight 2024, Published 3:53 p.m. ET
Being at the duvet of a WWE video game is normally a milestone match in any wrestler’s lifestyles. Other than headlining WrestleMania, there’s in point of fact no bigger honor. Following in the footsteps of "Stone Cold" Steve Austin, John Cena, Becky Lynch, CM Punk, and Roman Reigns, it's a marker that you are one of the crucial biggest stars in the trade.
Unfortunately, once once more, the EST Bianca Belair is having to deal with racism and sexism that the majority each and every other wrestler does now not have to reside via.
What took place to Bianca Belair? She joined Rhea Ripley and Cody Rhodes on the covers of WWE 2K24 — and racist remarks adopted.
On March 6, 2024, @WWEGames, @2K, @biancabelairwwe, @rhearipley_wwe and @americannightmarecody shared two behind-the-scenes pictures from their quilt shoot to get other people desirous about the sport's March 8 launch. Unfortunately and almost definitely unsurprisingly, some racist and sexist feedback have been made.
Since Bianca is one of the most well-liked performers in and out of the rings, a fan and locker room favorite and acclaimed wrestler (she’s been named Female Wrestler of the Year by way of ESPN in 2022, Female Wrestler of the Year by means of the New York Post in 2022, Woman of the Year 2022 by Pro Wrestling Illustrated, and ranked No. 3 in the Top 10 wrestlers in 2021 and 2022 via Sports Illustrated), there’s been no shortage of supportive comments from co-workers.
Former WWE Champion Big E got here to Bianca’s protection early, tweeting, “The black ladies in this trade face a normal barrage of racism & misogyny from 'lovers.' And have for far too lengthy. You can't diminish their light. You can not erase their contributions to this industry.”
The black women in this business face an ordinary barrage of racism & misogyny from “fanatics.” And have for far too long. You cannot diminish their gentle. You cannot erase their contributions to this business.
— Ettore “Big E” Ewen (@WWEBigE) March 7, 2024In a two-part Tweet, Zelina Vega exclaimed her reinforce: “Bianca is without doubt one of the highest this industry and WORLD has ever observed. When I think of a troublesome worker, stand out, trail paver, and someone who is actually a proud representation of her culture, it’s Bianca. She deserves the entirety she’s gotten and MORE. She EARNED the name EST.”
She endured, “The 'lovers' that took part in the blatant disrespect and hate in opposition to her and other black women and men must be ashamed and embarrassed. It’s disgusting. But your hate won't ever EVER dim their shine. We love you B. You continue to be an inspiration to all of us.”
For some reason why, you'll nonetheless remark at the publish. While maximum Bianca supporters are doing just that, there’s the occasional hapless vitriol in opposition to the EST.
If you wish to have to see Biana, simply fan the flames of Hulu, Peacock, Fox, or TBS.
As of now, Bianca has but to comment on Instagram or Twitter/X about this latest example of racism in pro wrestling. She’s most definitely too busy selling her Hulu reality display Love & WWE: Bianca & Montez with her husband and fellow WWE Superstar Montez Ford, wrestling on Raw on TBS or Smackdown on Fox, and figuring out her opponent for WrestleMania on Peacock.
If that’s not sufficient, Bianca nonetheless makes her personal in-ring equipment. Now that is some great social media content. You can watch her make her outfits on her Twitter/X and TikTok channels.
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