WWE Diva News: Kelly Kelly Disappointed with WWE's Lack of Support for 'WAGS'
In the latest WWE Diva news, former diva Kelly Kelly expressed her disappointment at WWE's lack of support for her new reality show.
Former WWE Diva Kelly Kelly, also known as "Barbie Blank," told Channel Guide Magazine's Scott Fishman that she was upset with WWE's lack of support for "WAGS." She lamented WWE favoring the guys' new ventures over the ladies' activities, according to Pro Wrestling.
"WWE hasn't been very supportive, so that's kind of upsetting. I gave them so many years. We're on the same network," Pro Wrestling quotes Kelly Kelly's statement to Fishman. "…They support when guys do other things outside of the business, like The Rock and Steve Austin…"
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In addition, Kelly Kelly emphasized the point that she did not have a falling out with WWE and that she left the show "on good terms." Despite that, she still failed to gain WWE's support for her reality show, the report relays.
Despite the lack of boost from WWE, Kelly Kelly acknowledged her family and friends' effort to be there for her. The female wrestler said they have tuned in to WAGS every week, Wrestling Inc reports.
Kelly Kelly also talked about how her stint at WWE helped her prepare for WAGS. Compared with other cast members, she said she was more used to being always under scrutiny and being criticized, especially on social media. She does not even bother to look at all the backlash thrown against her online, she said.
Meanwhile, Kelly Kelly is also pining for a role in "Baywatch" with The Rock. The male actor and wrestler said he is rooting for her and also wants her to nab the role of CJ Perry in the show. For her part, said she will use her popularity to her advantage, the report details.
The season finale of WAGS will air tonight at 9 p.m. CT on E!
