Key Highlights
- Brie “Bella” Garcia made a surprise return to WWE at the Royal Rumble event.
- Nikki Garcia joined her twin sister for a memorable match.
- The sisters retired from their Bella Twins persona in 2023, focusing on new ventures.
- Brie’s son and Nikki’s son are considered potential future wrestlers by the sisters.
WWE Royal Rumble: A Surprise Return for Brie “Bella” Garcia
Royal Rumble, January 31, 2026. Fans were shocked when the WWE announced that Brie “Bella” Garcia would be making a surprise return to the ring after nearly three years of retirement.
The event took place in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. As the announcer declared, “Brie Bella is back,” the crowd erupted into cheers as she ran into the ring in a red latex jumpsuit.
Nikki Garcia Joins for Glory
After Brie’s impressive performance, Nikki entered the ring to challenge and share glory. The sisters’ last major match together was at Royal Rumble 2022, but this time they were eliminated by Lash Legend.
In an exclusive interview with Us Weekly in May 2023, Brie explained their decision to retire: “We were attached to the Bella Twins name outside of the ring because we were using it so much. Now, we can do whatever we want without asking permission.”
A New Chapter for the Garcia Twins
Since retiring, the sisters have embraced new opportunities outside of professional wrestling. Brie stated that they are now “mothers, entrepreneurs, and executive producers.” Nikki’s solo return to WWE was at Royal Rumble 2025.
Their children, Matteo (Nikki’s son) and Buddy (Brie’s son), have shown promising signs of athletic potential. Brie suggested that they might make a good tag team in the future: “They would be a pretty bada** tag team.”
Industry Context and Analysis
The return of Brie “Bella” Garcia to WWE is not just a comeback; it’s a statement about the ever-evolving nature of professional wrestling. The industry thrives on unexpected plot twists, and this surprise appearance has certainly captured attention.
For fans, it’s a reminder that even the most experienced wrestlers can make impactful returns. For Brie and Nikki, it’s an opportunity to reconnect with their roots while continuing to explore new ventures in entertainment and business.
The next chapter of Brie and Nikki’s story is yet to be written, but one thing is certain: they continue to leave a lasting impact on the wrestling world.