Tag: Rhea Ripley

Rhea Ripley Releases Apology For Using Homophobic Slur On Twitch Stream

Former NXT UK Women’s Champion Rhea Ripley is apologizing for using a homophobic slur while streaming on Twitch.

In the clip, seen at the bottom of this post, Ripley was tipped $15 by someone watching who wanted to be insulted in Australian slang. Rhea responded by calling the person a “stupid motherf*cking f*ggot.”

Shortly after, the 22-year-old wrestler released the following apology:

Demi Bennett speaking here: I know a lot of you are upset with me after tonight, but I just wanted to publically say that I am sorry. My brain to mouth filter came down for a second and I forgot that some words are a big no no to a lot of people. I am a firm believer that everyone should be treated equally, whether that be race or sexual orientation. With that said, I just wanted to say how dearly sorry I am to everyone that was offended by my choice of words tonight.

The stream was hosted by NXT Superstar Brennan Williams, but has since been removed. You can find his channel at this link.

Source: Pro Wrestling Sheet

Rhea Ripley Becomes First-Ever WWE NXT UK Women’s Champion

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Rhea Ripley was crowned the first-ever WWE NXT UK Women’s Champion on yesterday’s episode. She defeated Toni Storm in the finals of the tournament.

There was a post-match celebration with Triple H and NXT UK General Manager Johnny Saint presenting the title to Ripley as the locker room looked on.

Ripley, who has defended the title a few times since winning it at the tapings back in the summer, will defend against Storm at the NXT UK “Takeover: Blackpool” event on Saturday, January 12 from the Empress Ballroom in Blackpool, England.