The wrestling internet loves manufacturing drama, but Zelina Vega just delivered a reality check that’s harder-hitting than any finisher. The Queen of Queens is tired of fans turning her creative hair choices into fictional backstage warfare with Jade Cargill and Mercedes Moné.
Anime Hair Don’t Care: The Todoroki Transformation That Broke the Internet
Vega’s recent anime-inspired makeover caught fire online, particularly her striking red-and-white Todoroki-themed look from My Hero Academia. Wrestling Twitter went into overdrive, spinning conspiracy theories about locker room tension that simply don’t exist.
Speaking candidly on Ring the Bell, Vega didn’t mince words about the manufactured controversy. Before the host could even complete their question about the supposed drama, she jumped in with both feet.
“It’s so stupid. So stupid. It is so stupid. Oh my god. But it’s like a whole discussion.”
Jade Cargill Texts Tell the Real Story
Far from feuding, Vega revealed that she and “That Bitch” Jade Cargill were actually sharing laughs over the internet’s wild theories. The two WWE superstars exchanged texts about how blown out of proportion everything had become.
“Dude, Jade and I were laughing when this was going on. Her and I—we didn’t think people were going to take it that serious, you know what I mean? So, we were texting and she’s just like, ‘Oh god, this is turning into something way bigger than I thought.’ And I was like, ‘Yeah, it’s because the internet hates me.'”
When Cargill eventually posted clarification that it was all in jest, Vega backed her up completely. Her response to disappointed drama-seekers was pure gold.
“Unfortunately, for the people who wish that that was true—no. Sorry to burst your bubbles. You got worked.”
Mercedes Moné Beef? That’s Old News Taken Out of Context
The supposed tension with Mercedes Moné stems from an ancient interview clip that fans have weaponized for years. Vega set the record straight about what actually happened during that long-ago conversation.
“When it comes to me and Mercedes—we never had any beef. That’s what’s so funny.”
The controversy originated from Vega naming Sasha Banks (now Mercedes Moné) as a dream opponent in an old interview. Her competitive words got twisted into something they never were meant to be.
“Back in the day, I had done an interview—which I remember talking to Naomi about this a long, long time ago—and someone asked, ‘Who do you want to be in the ring with?’ And I said Sasha Banks. I said, ‘I’d be willing to go face-to-face with her, but I don’t know if she’s ready for that.'”
The Truth About Their Relationship
Vega admitted she’s actually impressed by how convincing the fake feud appeared to wrestling fans over the years. She’s embraced the speculation while knowing the reality is completely different.
“But people use that clip like, ‘Oh my god, they’ve had beef forever!’ And I’m like—I love that I convinced you all of that. I love that for me.”
The smoking gun that destroys any beef theories? Mercedes trains with Vega’s cousin, making any real animosity practically impossible.
“We’ve never had any beef. And she trains with my cousin. Like, what? You guys are pushing it. Like, come on.”
The Lesson in Manufactured Wrestling Drama
Vega’s truth bomb highlights how quickly wrestling fans can create storylines that don’t exist. Her anime-inspired looks are about creative expression, not sending shots at fellow performers.
The LWO member continues pushing boundaries with her presentation while maintaining professional relationships behind the scenes. Sometimes a hair transformation is just a hair transformation.
What other supposed wrestling feuds do you think exist only in fans’ imaginations, and will Vega’s anime aesthetic continue evolving as we head toward WrestleMania season?
