The times WWE has taken a weird turn, just to scoop up some ratings

The rating for the show has gradually fallen so obviously the show has to stir things up just to get ratings up again.
WWE logo, John Cena and Nikki Bella (Source : Getty Images)
WWE logo, John Cena and Nikki Bella (Source : Getty Images)

You know when people say 'that show will do anything for ratings'? We'd like to introduce you to the World Wrestling Entertainment company. The WWE has never really been about the wrestling. I mean, there have some some truly bizarre things that they've chosen to air.

The rating for the show has gradually fallen, so obviously the show has to stir things up just to get the ratings up again. Let's take a look at the crazy stunts that the WWE has pulled just to get good ratings. 

1. John Cena pops the question on stage

The saying 'grin and bear it' literally applies to John Cena and his 'relationship' with fellow wrestler Nikki Bella. The two ended their six-year relationship after Cena popped the question in the ring with Bella. So many people speculated that Cena was gritting his teeth through the entire engagement and this was what pushed the couple to go their separate ways.

2. The Undertaker takes an unwilling bride

Hey man, even undead wrestlers need a companion for life, er, eternity. When The Undertaker decided to kidnap Stephanie Dark and take her as his forcefully wedded wife, the whole stadium was shocked to say the least. They brought her out on a crucifix. That's pretty messed up! The Undertaker scared the jewels out of us as kids, but now when we look back at moments like this one, it brings us a little relief. 

3. David Arquette shows up and wins a title

Yeah David Arquette is a title holder. Does that surprise you? It shouldn't because that's how absurd the world of wrestling entertainment is. Mind you, he drags  himself to the ring and proceeds to beat the living daylights out of his opponents like it was nothing. That's some quality acting right there, let me tell you. 

4. The Final Deletion

Fair warning, this video can be used to educate young kids on the scary effects of doing too many drugs. Matt and Jeff Hardy have had a fairly strange partnership. It went up a notch when Matt was done being overshadowed by his brother Jeff who, by the way, was inhabited by a spirit from the future that turned him into a supervillain. Guys this was very hard for me to type out with a straight face, you should just watch the video. 

5. John Cena gets spooked by a bunch of kids

In a supposed feud, Bray Wyatt tried very very hard to get into John Cena's head. But the fight got super weird when Bray brought out a bunch of kids to sing 'He's Got The Whole World in His Hands' in sheep masks. Very creepy, very weird.

As a bonus, here's a video of Mae Young giving birth to a hand on live television. Why? Because your eyes need to be witness to this glorious 'sport'. 

Do you have any weird WWE moments that need to be mentioned? Let us know by dropping us an email! 

GET THE BIGGEST ENTERTAINMENT STORIES
STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX.

MORE STORIES

‘Happy’s Place’ Season 3 casts ‘Desperate Housewives’ star James Denton as Reba McEntire’s new love interest
2026-11-13T08:12:36.000Z
An unexpected rash turned out to be measles that might have been fatal for one character.
2026-11-13T07:46:24.000Z
Pavi and Nisha will follow separate paths before their journeys bring them back together in Book 2
2026-11-13T04:46:57.000Z
Mariska Hargitay’s reported ‘SVU’ paycheck includes acting and producing, while her estimated wealth reflects a career spanning more than four decades.
2026-11-12T20:43:49.000Z
'Marshals' Season 2 introduces a Texas cowgirl who joins Kayce Dutton at East Camp to help establish an equine therapy program.
2026-11-12T20:24:16.000Z
‘School Spirits’ Season 4 brings back Jennifer Tilly as Deborah Hunter-Price and Milo Manheim as Wally Clark while expanding its cast with four new additions
2026-11-12T20:05:26.000Z
Paul Wesley and Sara Canning reunite for Netflix’s college sports romance ‘Icebreaker,’ years after starring together in ‘The Vampire Diaries.’
2026-11-12T19:40:49.000Z
Peacock’s ‘The Good Daughter’ finale answers questions about the school shooting, Huck’s past and the buried secrets dividing Sam and Charlie’s family.
2026-11-12T16:29:59.000Z
‘Chicago Fire’ star Taylor Kinney shares the date for the franchise’s next crossover, which will bring all three NBC dramas together
2026-11-12T08:52:55.000Z
James Reynolds reveals his Parkinson’s diagnosis and explains why ‘Days of Our Lives’ is bringing it into Abe Carver’s storyline
2026-11-12T08:23:38.000Z