Former Natalya says WWE supported bringing her outside persona to TV
Summary
– Nattie said Triple H encouraged her to bring her reinvented persona into WWE
– She is now officially using the name Nattie on WWE programming
– Triple H played a key role in shaping her new entrance presentation
Nattie has opened up about the creative shift that transformed her long-running Natalya character into a sharper, more intense version of herself on WWE television.
The veteran star began reshaping her identity in early 2024, appearing in GCW Bloodsport and the NWA with a tougher edge and unapologetic attitude. The persona marked a departure from the supportive and composed character she had portrayed for years in WWE.
Now, that evolution has carried over to WWE programming. After turning on Maxxine Dupri, Nattie officially adopted her real name on screen, signaling a fresh chapter in her career.
Speaking on Busted Open Radio, Nattie expressed gratitude for the opportunity to use her real name and shift her energy. She revealed that Triple H encouraged her to bring everything she built outside WWE into the company rather than starting from scratch.
According to Nattie, Triple H has been heavily involved in crafting her updated entrance. She described him as hands-on with presentation across the roster and credited him for helping design an entrance that feels unique while staying true to her character.
The change has already made waves. On a recent episode of WWE Raw, Nattie attacked Maxxine Dupri and locked in a sharpshooter on top of a table before officials intervened, further solidifying her more aggressive direction.
With a new name, attitude, and presentation, Nattie appears determined to prove that this reinvention is more than cosmetic.
