Natalya reveals the actual “behind-the-scene hero” who brought the women’s revolution in WWE

Natalya showers praise on WWE veteran and producer Fit Finlay for his indispensable contribution to the growth of the women's division.

Natalya reveals the actual “behind-the-scene hero” who brought the women’s revolution in WWE

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From AJ Lee to the Four Horsewomen, several WWE wrestlers have spearheaded the Women’s Revolution in WWE. However, there is an overlooked figure in the promotion who revamped women’s wrestling from the grassroots level. The person in question is retired superstar Fit Finlay. Natalya had named him as an unsung hero of the Women’s Revolution.

Taking to her Instagram handle, Nattie heaped praise on the WWE veteran. She wrote, “So much of my career I owe to @ringfox1. Fit helped me through so many highs and lows with patience, kindness and knowledge. An unsung hero for women’s wrestling. Thank you for everything you’ve done to help us move the sport forward, Fit Finlay. Truly grateful for you. Third generation for life! ?‍♀️”

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The Queen of Harts credited the Irishman and WWE producer and called him an unsung hero of women’s wrestling in the Stamford-based promotion. After the acquisition of WCW, WWE brought in Finlay as a producer. Later, the company assigned the veteran to oversee the Divas division.

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Under his tutelage, fans witnessed the likes of Trish Stratus, Victoria and Molly Holly reach their full potential in the squared circle. The former eventually went on to the main event, a Raw episode alongside Lita. Fit Finlay played a key role in the transition of the women’s division.

From mere eye candies in bras and panties matches to showcasing actual athleticism and skills, Finlay’s training changed the landscape of the mid-2000s women’s division. Furthermore, Natalya thanked the Irishman for his valuable help and guidance throughout her career.

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Natalya believes the Women’s Revolution was not ready for her and Beth Phoenix

In the late 2000s, Natalya and Beth Phoenix joined forces to form the tag team “Divas of Doom.” The said team battled the heel duo of Layla and Michelle McCool, together known as “Laycool,” in a first-ever women’s tag team tables match at Tables, Ladders and Chairs 2010. Recalling the match a few years ago, Natalya claimed that she and Beth were way ahead of their time.

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Natalya and Beth Phoenix (via X)

Appearing on The Bump with The Glamazon, Natalya said, “We weren’t used to having those opportunities. We weren’t used to getting to do the kinds of things that the guys were doing and so to be presented with the opportunity of doing the first-ever women’s table match in WWE, it was huge. I still believe that, I’ve said it again and I’ll say it now, Beth Phoenix and I, we were ready for the Revolution before it was ready for us.” (H/T Inside The Ropes)

The 41-year-old highlighted that women of those times were unaware of such stipulation matches. Thus, it was a huge opportunity for them to participate in the first-ever women’s tables match. Moreover, Nattie strongly asserted that she and her best friend, Beth Phoenix were way ahead of the pack, even before the Women’s Revolution kicked in.

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