Over the years, we have watched as the Divas division evolved into a whole new era of female entertainment. They went from silly gimmick matches, pillow fights, swimsuit contests, and mud wrestling to fighting in Hell in the Cell matches, Table Ladders and Chair matches and many other matches that were once male-only.
On top of all that, they are even headlining PPVs now and weekly shows, something that they never were able to do in the past.
Over the course of their evolution though, new rules have been put into place. Rules that differ from the men’s rules and might seem a bit unreal and unfair to some. In the end, though, they are all there to protect them.
Here are 20 rules the WWE Divas must follow, or they get the boot.
20 They Must Be There And Stay The Entire Show, Even If They Don’t Have A Match
Typically, when a superstar has a match, they wrestle for a few minutes and then are done for the night.
According to thesportster.com, for some Divas though, they are lucky to get any screen time at all. Screen time or not though, they are required to show up and stay for the entire show. By doing this, they are always there in case last-minute changes happen and they are needed.
19 They Must Have Perfect Hair And Makeup At All Times
The female Superstars of the company always must look their best, even when they aren’t working.
According to thetalko.com, it does not matter if they are heading to the gym, getting coffee or posting a photo to their social media, they must make sure their appearance is presentable, otherwise, they could become a negative on the company.
18 Can No Longer Do Playboy
Back in the day, it was not an uncommon practice for a WWE Diva to pose for Playboy for extra fame or money.
According to thesportster.com though, ever since WWE switched to a more family-friendly company, posing for revealing photos is off the table. Some disagree with this rule though, saying what they do on their own time is their business.
17 They Must Seem Available Or Approachable
While working for the WWE, women need to appear available for future storylines. According to thesportster.com, this rule was placed in order to help the creative team sell new storylines and make them more believable.
Then again, even those in a relationship or married seem to be pulled into storylines recently involving other people. Just look at Lana and Maria on recent episodes of Raw.
16 No Dating Officials
This rule is a bit confusing. According to thesportster.com, wrestlers, broadcasters and other co-workers can date one another. These types of WWE employees are considered part-time employees. Full-time employees, production workers, writers, and execs, are unable to date any of the part-time employees though.
This rule is to help keep things even and fair. Making sure no one can play favoritism.
15 They Have A Dress Code To Follow
Many companies have certain dress codes for their employees. The thing with the WWE though, is that they have one even when the Superstars aren’t working.
According to thetalko.com, Lillian Garcia opened up about how Vince feels they need to represent the company at all times. She claims that Vince requires them to wear a dress and heels while not in the ring and traveling.
14 They Must Maintain A Steady Diet And Exercise
It’s already common knowledge that the female Superstars must go to incredible lengths to keep their bodies looking as good as they can, especially with them being on the road all the time and not having proper meals.
According to thesportster.com, between the diets and exercises they put themselves through, anyone on the outside looking in would think they are crazy. It's truly a strenuous lifestyle that they live 300 days a year.
13 Participation In Photoshoots Is A Must
Although female Superstars are not allowed to participate in explicit photos, they have no choice when it comes to WWE photoshoots.
According to thetalko.com, the WWE makes a lot of money selling calendars to the WWE universe featuring some of the WWE female Superstars. Some of the stars though do not feel comfortable posing for these pictures though and would rather just be kicking butt in the ring.
12 No Blue Shorts On Wednesday In North Carolina
This rule is the most out-there and unique rule probably given to any employee.
According to thesportster.com, while performing down in North Carolina, if by any chance they are performing for an event on a Wednesday, they are banned from wearing blue shorts. There is no clear reason as to why just that it’s a law and Superstars like Charlotte would have to change wrestling gear.
11 No Heels In The Ring While In Caramel, California
Just like the no blue trunks on Wednesdays while in North Carolina, California also has a weird rule.
According to thetalko.com, an area in California called Carmel-By-The-Sea, has a rule that women are not allowed to wear high heels while in the ring unless they have a permit. Maybe they feel heels can be dangerous and made the law to protect other in-ring competitors?
