“You Can’t Blame the People”- Former Female Star Says WWE Wasn’t Fair

By: Rahul V Krishnan Image Credit: WWE

Former WWE Diva Melina spoke about the diva's division in the WWE and the criticism it once received from the fans.

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“You Can’t Blame the People”- Former Female Star Says WWE Wasn’t Fair

Former WWE Diva Melina spoke about the diva's division in the WWE and the criticism it once received from the fans.

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