Charlotte Flair Issues Apology for On-Air Comments, Hits Back at Troll
A dramatic promo battle between Charlotte Flair and Tiffany Stratton on SmackDown last week has sparked a significant amount of controversy, with reports emerging that both women went off script and had backstage heat over the incident. According to Cageside Seats, the tension between Flair and Stratton was palpable, with the conversation turning to Flair’s personal life, including her divorce records and alleged direct messages from Ludwig Kaiser.
In the aftermath of the promo, Flair took to social media to issue an apology for making a comment on air that she later claimed was not true. The comment in question was a remark about the Chicago crowd, which Flair said she should not have referred to as "smart". As Cageside Seats reports, Flair tweeted: "After being blindsided by my personal trauma on live television, my character said something on-air that was not true, and I’d like to take this opportunity to clear the air. I should have NEVER called the Chicago fans smart. I sincerely apologize."
However, Flair’s apology was not without controversy, as she went on to engage with a troll who had made a comment about her appearance. According to Cageside Seats, Flair responded to the troll, saying: "Cute. Now would you like me to tell you what I think of you and your face?" This exchange has sparked debate among fans, with some questioning Flair’s decision to engage with the troll.
The incident has raised questions about the level of scripting and control that WWE wrestlers have over their on-air promos. As Cageside Seats notes, it appears that Flair and Stratton may have deviated from their scripted lines during the promo, which led to a significant amount of backstage heat.
Flair’s personal life has been the subject of much speculation in recent weeks, with reports emerging about her alleged divorce records and interactions with Ludwig Kaiser. As Cageside Seats reports, Kaiser allegedly sent Flair direct messages, which were brought up during the promo.
The incident has sparked a significant amount of debate among fans, with some questioning Flair’s actions and others defending her right to respond to trolls. As Cageside Seats notes, Flair’s response to the troll has been seen as a classic example of her "trolling" style, which has been a hallmark of her character.
In conclusion, the controversy surrounding Charlotte Flair’s promo on SmackDown has sparked a significant amount of debate among fans and raised questions about the level of scripting and control that WWE wrestlers have over their on-air promos. As reported by Cageside Seats, Flair’s apology and subsequent exchange with a troll have only added fuel to the fire, highlighting the complexities of her character and the challenges of navigating the world of professional wrestling.
