Total Divas may have been a reality show that some WWE fans turned their nose up at, but there was a lot of positives to come out of it. There was plenty that fans could learn from watching the show, not just about the people involved but the business itself.
While there were certainly some moments that ended up being over the top and dramatic just for the sake of entertainment, there was also a lot of positives. Seeing great behind-the-scenes moments helped to open the eyes of the fans about specific aspects of the industry, which was always fun to see.
10 The Business Can Be Cut Throat
Something clear throughout the show was just how ruthless the wrestling business can be. The show didn't shy away from highlighting that side of things at times. Seeing wrestlers getting reprimanded such as Eva Marie for pretending she could dance to work with Fandango gave audiences an idea of things.
The biggest example of this was when the expected mixed tag team match at WrestleMania 29 was cut. Fans got to see the moment The Bella Twins and The Funkadactyls learned that news, showcasing the brutal side of wrestling.
9 John Cena's House Contract
John Cena's relationship with Nikki Bella was a big part of the series. Cena was shown in a new light for fans, with his thoughtful personality being highlighted. However, one of the strangest situations came when he presented Nikki with a lengthy contract about moving in together.
While he explained his reasoning behind that, it was certainly a surprising situation for fans to see. However, it highlighted the trust issues Cena had from earlier in his life, and how closely he works to protect himself.
8 Tensions Can Run High
While this show did highlight the friendship that wrestlers have, it also brought tension to the forefront. It was very clear that there is a competitive nature within the business, and that everyone is willing to do whatever it takes to prove themselves.
This led to a lot of arguments taking place, with the likes of Nia Jax, Eva Marie, and Paige always showcasing their personalities. Certain wrestlers could be triggered with ease, and that led to a lot of serious tension backstage, which was clear from this show.
7 The Bella's Fallout WIth Maryse
In wrestling, fallouts often take place, and the internet can blow those situations out of proportion. Fans often don't get to hear about the exact situation, but in the case of issues between The Bella Twins and Maryse, people got to see it all. The Bellas had reportedly blocked a contract for her at the time, lying about the situation.
Viewers got to witness the moment they first met each other again, as they opened up about the situation together. It was a heated confrontation, and a legitimate issue, and that was an interesting situation for people to see take place.
6 Importance Of Dusty Rhodes
Dusty Rhodes had an impact on the career of many wrestlers, and that included a lot of the Total Divas cast. His death was something that rocked the industry, but the cast at the time were actually on a vacation, and they all got to find out together, with their live reactions being shown.
The heartbreak was clear to see, particularly from Natalya and Paige. It was an emotional moment from the series, but being able to showcase exactly how highly they all thought about Dusty was good to see, proving he had a true impact on them.
5 The Efforts Of The Talent
Something that fans got to understand throughout the show was just how much effort all the women put in to get screen time. When someone wasn't being given chances, they were always shown to be creatively thinking of different gimmicks and ideas to switch things up.
This was also highlighted by all the training that they did as well, which proved to be inspiring to witness. Fans often hear about how hard wrestlers work, but that was something that people could witness within this show.
4 Natalya's Relationship With Jim Neidhart
Something else that got highlighted a lot throughout the show was the bond that Natalya had with her father. It's something people wouldn't have known about without seeing them spend so much time together. They were always hanging out, and their connection was a sweet one.
Jim loved his daughter very much, and he gave her a ton of advice along the way, doing his best to make sure she was prepared for everything. Meanwhile, she was always looking out for him, and it was a great situation to see.
3 Paige & Lana's Heat
Everybody on the show seemed to argue at some point, which was just down to tensions running high. However, two wrestlers who never seemed to get along were Paige and Lana. The pair had a lot of issues with each other throughout the seasons, which led to a lot of big fights.
It was clear that they had a lot of problems, and it was never truly clear where that stemmed from. It was just a case of two people who do not get along, which happens. They had a lot of fights, and that was always intriguing to see.
2 Brie Mode
Fans got to see the real lives of the wrestlers on this show, and it often included bars and parties when they went away on trips. While all the wrestlers were happy to let themselves go, Brie Bella often took that to a new level. It is something she was famous for amongst the talent.
This is where, 'Brie Mode,' came from, which led to her getting a WWE nickname and theme song. Fans were able to learn about Brie's partying antics, and it often created some of the funniest episodes throughout the show.
1 The Importance Of Romance
While the show was focused on wrestling, a big part of it was romance. That is something that ended up being a huge part of the series, with the various relationships being highlighted. What it showcased was how important those were for each wrestler, and fans got to learn a lot.
They saw the connections that talent had, and got to enjoy several weddings, from Brie Bella and Daniel Bryan to Natalya and Tyson Kidd. The relationships were the big takeaway for a lot of fans, as this was enjoyable to see.