WATCH: 5 WWE couples who were hated backstage

In WWE, love stories play a crucial role in shaping the storylines and character arcs, and wrestlers often find themselves developing genuine romantic connections while portraying their on-screen roles. However, this can sometimes rub the management the wrong way. Some WWE couples were tangled in backstage drama as their relationships sparked tensions.

John Cena and Nikki Bella, now known as Nikki Garcia, garnered immense attention for their off-screen romance. While their relationship captured the public eye, backstage in the WWE Universe, it was a different story altogether. Their status as a power couple undoubtedly drew substantial attention, but it also triggered a wave of discord and resentment among some of their peers behind the scenes. One of the primary reasons for the animosity stemmed from the perception that their relationship garnered an excessive spotlight, often overshadowing other talents within the Stamford-based promotion's roster.

Triple H's relationship with Stephanie McMahon was also not very well received. Some believed that The Game's relationship with Vince Mcmahon's daughter gave him undue advantages and power backstage.

There are many WWE couples who were hated.

These WWE couples were hated backstage:

• Rusev (now known as Miro) and Lana (now known as CJ Perry)
• The Undertaker and Michelle McCool
• Alberto Del Rio and Paige (now known as Saraya)
• John Cena and Nikki Bella (now known as Nikki Garcia)
• Triple H and Stephanie McMahon

Watch the above video in its entirety to learn why these couples were hated.