5 Times WWE used real-life incidents in storylines 

WWE has frequently included real-life elements in their storylines, for better or worse
WWE has frequently included real-life elements in their storylines, for better or worse

#1 Lacey Evans' real-life pregnancy news was turned into a surprising WWE storyline

Lacey Evans and Ric Flair
Lacey Evans and Ric Flair

Lacey Evans has been involved in a storyline with Charlotte and Ric Flair on WWE RAW. This angle took a strange turn on a recent episode of Monday Night RAW.

The entire feud is based on how Lacey has used The Nature Boy against Charlotte. The Sassy Southern Belle recently revealed that she couldn't fight Charlotte inside the ring as she was pregnant.

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It was implied during the reveal that Ric Flair was the father. Of course, the Ric Flair aspect of the announcement only exists in kayfabe, but reports have indicated that Lacey Evans is legitimately pregnant.

Unlike several other entries on this list, Lacey Evans' pregnancy announcement came across as more silly than offensive. Some fans thought it was an entertaining moment, while others did not like the farcical tone of the segment.

Last year, Becky Lynch revealed that she was pregnant in a more emotional and serious moment. But it's safe to say that WWE did not want to opt for the same direction for a heel character like Lacey Evans.

Now, the big showdown between Lacey Evans and Charlotte Flair won't occur anytime soon. The Sassy Southern Belle's announcement has already become one of the most surprising moments of 2021.

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Edited by Anirban Banerjee
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