Former WWE star Mandy Rose recently shared her perspective on the comparisons drawn between her past storyline with Otis and Maxxine Dupri’s current involvement alongside him in the Alpha Academy stable on WWE programming.
In early 2020, Mandy Rose and Otis became central figures in a memorable romantic storyline that captivated WWE fans. Their on-screen chemistry culminated in a heartwarming moment at WrestleMania 36, where they shared their first kiss. Fast forward to the present day, Otis finds himself aligned with Maxxine Dupri under the guidance of Chad Gable and Akira Tozawa as part of the Alpha Academy faction.
During the June 17 episode of Monday Night Raw, Otis’s loyalty to Alpha Academy was tested when he walked out on Chad Gable following weeks of mistreatment. This pivotal moment occurred after Otis came to Maxxine’s aid during Gable’s match against Sami Zayn at Clash At The Castle, demonstrating a protective and supportive gesture akin to his previous actions with Mandy Rose.
Speaking on her Power Alphas podcast, Mandy Rose addressed the parallels being drawn between her storyline with Otis and Maxxine Dupri’s current narrative:
“At Clash at the Castle, Otis picked up Maxxine just like he picked me up. It’s drawing a lot of comparisons.”
Rose fondly reminisced about her storyline with Otis, expressing a desire for their significant moments, such as their WrestleMania kiss, to have occurred in front of a live audience:
“That big kiss in the Performance Center, we wished that was in front of thousands of people because that crowd would have erupted.”
Regarding the current Alpha Academy storyline, Rose acknowledged the entertainment value of the group and praised Chad Gable’s evolution into a compelling heel character:
“I understand what they’re doing with the Maxxine storyline right now. I think it’s actually a really entertaining group. Chad Gable has really grown into his role as a heel.”
In a surprising turn of events, Chad Gable was found unconscious during the WWE Raw debut of The Wyatt Sicks faction, leading Raw General Manager Adam Pearce to announce Gable’s clearance to compete in his Money In The Bank qualifying match on the June 24 edition of WWE Raw.
Mandy Rose’s reflections provide a nostalgic look back at her popular storyline with Otis while offering insights into the evolving dynamics of current WWE storylines. Her comments highlight the continuous innovation and entertainment value present in professional wrestling, showcasing WWE’s ability to blend past successes with fresh narratives and characters.
What are your thoughts on the comparisons between Mandy Rose’s past storyline with Otis and Maxxine Dupri’s current involvement with him in Alpha Academy? How do you feel about the evolution of Chad Gable’s character and the current direction of the Alpha Academy storyline? Share your reflections and excitement in the comments below!
