In just eight years, Bianca Belair has taken the WWE by storm, rising to one of the most recognized faces in the sport. Her rapid rise in the industry, highlighted by headlining WrestleMania 37, securing the SmackDown Women’s Championship, and partnering with Jade Cargill to become Women’s Tag Team Champions, is truly remarkable. Referred to as the “EST of WWE,” Belair has impressed fans not only with her athletic abilities but also with her unique appearance, including her iconic long braid that has gained its own fame.
The identity connected to the twisted hair strands
In a recent installment of Cody Rhodes’ podcast, titled “What Do You Wanna Talk About?” Belair exposed something that brought another level of mystery to her character. She revealed that the name of her famous braid is “Destiny.” However, “Destiny” holds more than just a mere title for Belair; it appears to possess its own unique character and vitality. How she talks about her braid suggests that it is more than just an accessory, almost like a partner in the ring.
“What’s crazy about that is a lot of people still, still to this day [say], ‘They’re adding sound effects. Oh, she put something in it to make that noise,'” Belair told Rhodes, dismissing the skeptics with a grin. “Nope. There’s no sound effects. Then there was Becky [Lynch]. She was the one that had all the marks on her stomach and people swore up and down that it was makeup … It’s real. The braid is a real thing. It has a mind of its own.”
The mystery of “destiny”
Belair’s attachment to her braid is deeper than it appears. When asked by Rhodes whether her braid was a heel or a babyface, Belair explained that “Destiny” takes on a life of her own, depending on Belair’s in-ring persona. As a heel during her time in WWE NXT, “Destiny” was just as much of a villain, striking opponents with a vengeance. “When she’s a heel, my braid is also a working heel, and it starts hitting people for no reason,” Belair said with a laugh. “I can’t control it.”
View this post on Instagram
“Destiny” has a mind of her own
There’s something almost mystical about the way Belair talks about her braid, as though it’s an entity with its own will. “I’m like, ‘Girl, why did you do that?'” Belair joked. “And she’s like, ‘Cause I felt like it.'”
But “Destiny” isn’t just a weapon; she’s also a protector. Belair explained that as a babyface, “Destiny’s” rules change. The number one rule? Don’t touch the hair. It’s a rule that, when broken, unleashes “Destiny” in full force, justifying her fierce attacks. “When people touch it … then it’s justified, and that’s when she comes out and she has to do her thing.”
Belair’s success in WWE showcases her dedication, charm, and distinctive contributions to the sport. Her braid, named “Destiny,” goes beyond being a mere fashion statement; it represents her journey, showcases her resilience, and is an expression of her character. Every time Belair enters the ring, she is not just battling opponents alone, but also working alongside “Destiny” to create a historic moment in WWE.
