Nikki Bella Details Rib-Level Implant Shift After WWE Raw Showdown
Zoe Bennett here. The facts matter. Let’s break down the key events and their implications.
During the July 28 episode of WWE Monday Night Raw, fan favorite Nikki Bella encountered an unexpected setback when an elbow drop from rival Piper Niven drove one of her breast implants down onto her ribs. The incident left the 41-year-old former Diva Champion grappling with discomfort and uncertainty about the integrity of her cosmetic surgery.
On the August 1 installment of The Nikki & Brie Show podcast, sister and fellow WWE alum Brie Garcia observed that Nikki’s implant appeared “stuck in your ribs,” prompting Nikki to reveal that she had sought medical attention the day before. “I had to go to the doctor yesterday to get my tit looked at,” she said candidly. Bella explained that she found herself standing in a New York City clinic on her day off, shirt removed, discussing implants rather than autograph requests—a reminder of the physical toll high-impact sports can take on even the most seasoned professionals.
Nikki, who shares 4-year-old son Matteo with ex-husband Artem Chigvintsev, described the injury’s aftermath: difficulty laughing, a sharp pain when coughing, and noticeable swelling around the affected breast. “It still seems intact,” she added, though she admits she won’t know for sure whether the implant ruptured until the final medical report arrives. Despite the scare, Bella remains pragmatic: “Newly divorced, so the minute the boots are hung up, I’m going to come back to you and we’re going to make these girls look real good.” Her quip underscores both her trademark humor and the reality that cosmetic revisions are common among women who undergo high-trauma activities.
Earlier rumors swiftly circulated after Brie’s on-air observation, sending family, friends, and WWE colleagues flocking to Bella’s side with messages of concern. Nikki laughed off the surprise publicity, noting that private conversations had suddenly become front-page news. “Send well wishes to my fake boob, thank you,” she quipped on the August 4 podcast episode.
Industry data suggest that sports-related breast implant complications remain rare but can occur when direct impact forces shock the implant’s positioning. According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, fewer than 1 percent of implant patients report post-injury displacement, yet when it happens in high-profile sports it generates significant public attention.
Nikki Bella’s openness follows a broader trend of celebrities disclosing health struggles. In March 2025, Lupita Nyong’o shared her decade-long battle with uterine fibroids via Instagram, advocating for greater awareness about women’s health. More recently, Suki Waterhouse revealed on X that excessively tight pants led to a hernia requiring hospitalization. And in April, former Beverly Hills, 90210 star Brian Austin Green detailed his battle with a perforated appendix, emphasizing the importance of early emergency intervention.
Bella’s announcement highlights the intersection of entertainment, athletics, and personal wellness in 2025. Fans and fellow athletes alike will watch closely as she awaits a definitive medical diagnosis and plans her next steps—both in the ring and in the surgeon’s office.
That brings today’s analysis to a close. Stay informed and tuned in for updates as Nikki Bella’s recovery unfolds and more celebrity health stories emerge.
Sources: Celebrity Storm and E! Online, The Nikki & Brie Show podcast, Instagram, X (formerly Twitter)
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