11
Nikki Bella Swears Off Men, Reveals She’s ‘Celibate’
Nikki Bella Says She’s "Super Celibate" and Too Busy for Dating Right Now
The Quick Scoop
Important Update: WWE superstar Nikki Bella, 42, recently told Us Weekly that her love life is on the back burner. She jokes she’s "pretty much like a nun at this point" and doesn’t have the energy for dating.
What’s Going On with Nikki’s Love Life?
Nikki’s Honest Take
Nikki Bella opened up about her dating situation ahead of WWE SummerSlam. Here’s what she shared:
- Current status: "Super celibate" — her words!
- Why? She’s exhausted and has zero energy for dating
- Her joke: "I should just put on a ring" (meaning a nun’s ring)
- What she’d rather do: "Netflix and chill" on rare free nights — literally just relaxing, not dating code
Recent Relationship History
| Person | Relationship | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Artem Chigvintsev | Ex-husband (married 2 years) | Divorced November 2024 |
| Cooper DeJean | Philadelphia Eagles player | Recently linked, but nothing serious |
| Matteo (age 5) | Son with Artem | Her #1 priority |
Big Sister Brie Weighs In
Brie Bella (Nikki’s twin sister) has been trying to play matchmaker, but it’s not working. Here’s why:
Brie’s Perspective
- "She’s too busy, and I get it" — Brie totally understands
- Matteo is Nikki’s world — Her 5-year-old son comes first
- Packed schedule: Travel + wine business + podcast + mom life = no dating bandwidth
- Free night? Nikki chooses sweatpants and streaming over dressing up for dates
Brie’s Own Love Life (For Context)
- Married to: Bryan Danielson (fellow pro wrestler)
- Kids: Birdie (9) and Buddy (5)
- Still looking out for Nikki: "I still keep my eyes open. There’s been some prospects."
The Bella Twins Are Back in the Ring!
SummerSlam Matchup
When: Saturday, August 1 (Night 1 of SummerSlam)
Where: U.S. Bank Stadium, Minneapolis
Streaming: ESPN+ at 6 p.m. ET
The Teams
| Team Bella + Paige | vs. | Fatal Influence |
|---|---|---|
| Nikki Bella | Jacy Jayne | |
| Brie Bella | Fallon Henley | |
| Paige | Lainey Reid |
Why They Keep Wrestling (Even Though They Don’t Have To)
The "Misunderstood" Narrative
Key Insight: The Bellas became famous on Total Divas and Total Bellas (E! reality shows). People thought they wanted to be reality stars. Wrong!
Brie explains: "We’re massive reality stars because we love to wrestle. But that’s always been our fight."
What Drives Them Now
- Thriving businesses (wine, podcast, more) — they don’t need wrestling money
- Genuine passion — they genuinely missed being in the ring
- Rewriting the story — showing the world their true love for the sport
- Ignoring the noise — they laugh at online debates from people "who think they know, but they don’t"
Summary: The Big Picture
| Topic | Takeaway |
|---|---|
| Dating | On pause — Nikki’s choosing mom life, business, and rest |
| Family | Matteo (5) is the center of Nikki’s universe |
| Career | Wine company, podcast, and now WWE return |
| Sisterhood | Brie supports but respects boundaries |
| Wrestling | Pure passion project — not a paycheck necessity |
| SummerSlam | Tag team action with Paige vs. Fatal Influence on Aug 1 |
FAQ: Your Questions Answered
Is Nikki Bella dating anyone right now?
No. She explicitly said she’s "super celibate" and has "no energy" for dating. Her recent link to Cooper DeJean doesn’t appear to be serious.
Why did Nikki and Artem divorce?
The article doesn’t give specific reasons, but they finalized their divorce in November 2024 after two years of marriage. They co-parent their son Matteo, 5.
Are the Bella Twins retired from wrestling?
No! They’re back for a SummerSlam match. Brie says they returned because they missed it and love it — not because they need the money.
Who is Brie Bella married to?
Bryan Danielson (also a pro wrestler). They have two kids: Birdie (9) and Buddy (5).
How can I watch SummerSlam?
Both nights (Aug 1–2) stream live on ESPN+ starting at 6 p.m. ET. The Bella Twins’ match is on Night 1 (Saturday, Aug 1).
Final Thought
The Bottom Line: Nikki Bella is in her "protect my peace" era. Between raising Matteo, running businesses, and stepping back into the wrestling ring she loves — dating simply isn’t on the radar. And honestly? That’s completely okay. Sometimes the best relationship you can have is with yourself (and your toddler).
