The atmosphere at WrestleMania 42 was electric, building to massive expectations for wrestling spectacle and star performances. However, the night delivered a moment of unexpected personal warmth when three-time WWE Women’s Champion Bianca Belair made a surprise appearance. Having returned to WWE programming after a hiatus following injuries sustained at WrestleMania 41, her presence alone generated significant fanfare. Belair walked down the ramp to thunderous cheers, a sight long-awaited by the fans who have followed her incredible in-ring journey with the WWE.
Belair’s appearance was far from just a triumphant return to the ring; it was a moment of immense personal revelation. During her segment, she addressed the WWE Universe, delivering a deeply personal announcement: she is pregnant. While the professional wrestling world was used to unexpected surprises, this particular one centered on her life outside the ring. She playfully engaged the crowd, noting that ‘It ain’t WrestleMania without a few surprises,’ and gestured toward her visible pregnancy, confirming the joyous news. This monumental announcement instantly made her a focal point of the event, drawing cheers and tributes from every corner.
Adding to the depth of the announcement, Belair specified that this baby would be her first child with her husband, Montez Ford. The couple has a history dating back to their relationship, having been married since 2018 and sharing step-parent responsibilities for Ford’s two existing children. Belair confirmed via Instagram that this personal milestone means the world to her. The news has resonated strongly throughout the professional wrestling community, with numerous fellow pro wrestlers—including Raquel Rodriguez, Nattie Niedhart, and Zelina Vega—taking to social media and publicly congratulating her on the blessed news. This event successfully blended the spectacle of professional sports entertainment with the genuine joy of a personal family milestone.