The common theme among the ever-growing list of released WWE talent is that the creative limitations were stifling. The frustration of stars such as Miro and Jon Moxley were more than evident in their post-release podcasts and interviews. However, Ruby Riott likes to view things differently.
The star was cut from the women’s roster in June this year. Many wrestlers and fans claimed WWE had not allowed us to see the best of Ruby Riott. Be this as it may, Riott – formerly known as Heidi Lovelace – does not feel that the tight restrictions imposed on the stars are necessarily negatives.
Talking about what it’s like working under such tight reigns Ruby Riott said “”I like to be heard – even if it’s to be heard and be sh*t on.”
Talking further in an interview with the Wrestling Perspective Podcast Riott said that she chose to view the restrictions as a positive. Seeing it as a challenge. What could she still do with her character?
Ruby Riott Turned Creative Control into a Challenge
Talking about the negative aspect of WWE creative Ruby Riott said that she felt she thrived under challenging conditions. There’s no doubt WWE affords its wrestlers little to no creative freedom. Yet it is a breath of fresh air to hear a wrestler turn it on its head.
We have all heard what goes on behind the scenes in WWE. It isn’t new and it isn’t likely to change any time soon. Hearing a star like Ruby Riott, who undoubtedly has a valid reason to complain having never received a real push – barring one title opportunity against Ronda Rousey –  give everything a positive spin is something worth writing about.
It is clear from her words that she wasn’t necessarily happy with what happened during her time in WWE. Her attitude does not paint WWE in a different light. It does, however, show the depth of character Ruby Riott has.
Nobody knows yet where Riott will head once her 90 days have been served, however, wherever she goes, good things are sure to happen.
