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AJ Lee has never shied away from speaking her mind, and her latest appearance on WWE Unreal pulls back the curtain on one of the most debated chapters in WWE's history.
The former Divas Champion reflected on the environment she entered when she first joined the company, revealing how difficult it was for women who did not fit WWE's traditional image during the Divas era.
The 39-year-old, who returned to WWE last year after spending more than a decade away from the ring, explained that the women's division was largely centered around "Bikini Battle Royals" and appearance-driven storylines.
According to Lee, there was little room for performers who weren't viewed as "perfect 10 supermodels," making it a constant battle to earn meaningful opportunities and prove themselves inside the ring.
AJ Lee reveals how being different became her greatest strength
Looking back on those years, Lee admitted she had to "fight and scratch and claw" just to get noticed. Rather than changing who she was, she embraced her unique personality and in-ring style.
That decision ultimately paid off, as fans connected with her authenticity and helped turn her into one of the defining stars of the Divas era.
Her comments serve as a reminder of how dramatically WWE's women's division has evolved.
Today's female superstars regularly headline premium live events, compete in high-profile championship matches, and receive opportunities that were far less common when Lee first arrived. By revisiting her journey, Lee highlighted the obstacles many women had to overcome before the division reached its current level.
The documentary also offers a behind-the-scenes look at Lee's first match after returning to WWE. Teaming with her husband, CM Punk, she faced Seth Rollins and Becky Lynch at Wrestlepalooza.
Despite being away from in-ring competition for over 10 years, Lee showed no visible ring rust and delivered a confident performance in one of WWE's biggest mixed-tag attractions.
One of the match's most memorable moments came when CM Punk had Seth Rollins positioned for a Go To Sleep on the announce table. Becky Lynch intervened by shoving Lee into Punk, sending all four crashing through the table.
Recalling the spot, Lee joked that she had always wanted to experience a table bump but never imagined it would happen "uterus-first," adding that she felt the impact throughout her "entire reproductive system." Her candid confession left Punk visibly stunned during the documentary.
Lee's reflections go beyond nostalgia. They provide valuable insight into the transformation of WWE's women's division and remind fans how much the industry has changed.
By sharing her personal experience, she adds important context to today's landscape, making her story relevant not only to longtime viewers but also to a new generation discovering how women's wrestling earned the spotlight it enjoys today.
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