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Trish Stratus is a former WWE Diva and a current WWE Hall of Famer who held the prestigious WWE Women's Championship a record seven times in her career.

She competed for WWE from 2000-2006, and her tenure included two stints as an on-screen villainess. In early 2001, Stratus became involved in an angle with WWF Chairman Vince McMahon, during a time when Vince's wife Linda was kayfabe institutionalized following a demand Vince had made for a divorce during an episode of SmackDown! on December 7, 2000. Vince and Stratus' relationship increasingly angered the boss' daughter, then-heel, Stephanie McMahon. At the No Way Out on February 25, Stratus and Stephanie squared off, with Stephanie scoring the victory after a run-in by William Regal. In the midst of a tag team match that pitted Vince and Stratus against Regal and Stephanie the next night on Raw, Stratus was the victim of a set-up by Vince, Stephanie and Regal.

Regal executed his finisher, the Regal Cutter, on Stratus and Stephanie then dumped sewage over Stratus' body. Vince stood over Stratus, and he told her she was a "toy" with which he had "grown tired of playing with". The angle continued the next week on Raw, with Vince forcing Stratus to strip down to her black bra and panties in the ring and bark like a dog. The storyline came to an end at WrestleMania X-Seven, when Stratus slapped Vince during his match against his son Shane, becoming a fan favorite in the process.

Legacy[]

Stratus is widely regarded as the most exceptional female superstar of her era and the most legendary female wrestler of all time. Her influence has greatly inspired a multitude of female wrestlers, including Alexa Bliss, Bayley, Carmella, Kelly Kelly, Mandy Rose, Maria Kanellis, Melina Perez, Michelle McCool, Natalya, and Sasha Banks.

During a September 2020 episode of Raw, Mandy Rose chose to wear pink gear that closely resembled Stratus' attire from the early 2000s, expressing that Stratus was her role model. Similarly, Zelina Vega and Sasha Banks also acknowledged Stratus as their source of inspiration in the wrestling industry. Banks' own rivalry with Bayley was influenced by Stratus' feud with Mickie James in 2006. Banks appreciates Stratus not only for her remarkable talent, but also for her beauty and the motivation she provides. Jerry Lawler holds Stratus in high regard, considering her his all-time favorite female superstar, while Booker T believes she is the best in women's wrestling of all time.

Lastly, on May 15, 2023, Niagara Falls Mayor Jim Diodati presented Stratus with the key of Niagara Falls in recognition of her achievements.

Personality[]

Trish, in her role as a malevolent antagonist, possessed an enchanting allure, displaying a penchant for slyness and an unabashed narcissism. On occasion, she would even manifest feelings of envy towards specific Divas. It is worth mentioning that, despite her inherent brunette tresses, her golden locks bestowed upon her a striking semblance to the renowned Baywatch luminary, Pamela Anderson.

Biography[]

T&A and Relationship with Vince McMahon (2000–2001)[]

She had her first appearance as a Heel on Sunday Night Heat on March 19, 2000, using the ring name Trish Stratus. She came on stage to observe WWF Superstars, particularly Test and Prince Albert. While managing T & A, Stratus experienced her first significant impact in the ring when she was driven through a table by the Dudley Boyz at Backlash. She also guided Val Venis to victory in the WWF Intercontinental Championship, but their partnership ended at SummerSlam after Venis lost the title. Stratus had her debut in a wrestling match on June 20, where she and her partner defeated the Hardy Boyz and Lita.

A storyline feud emerged between Stratus and Lita following their match, resulting in an Indian Strap match on July 24. Stratus emerged victorious in this match with assistance from Stephanie McMahon. Towards the end of the year, Stratus competed for the WWF Women's Championship but unfortunately did not secure the title. Additionally, she parted ways with Test and Albert as their team came to an end.

In early 2001, Stratus became involved in a storyline alongside WWF Chairman Vince McMahon, which upset his daughter, Stephanie McMahon. During No Way Out on February 25, Stratus and Stephanie had a match, with Stephanie ultimately emerging as the victor thanks to interference from William Regal. The following night on Raw, Stratus found herself caught in a trap orchestrated by Vince, Stephanie, and Regal during a tag team match. In a humiliating turn of events, Stratus was coerced into undressing to her lingerie in the ring and obeying demeaning commands. This narrative came to a close at WrestleMania X-Seven when Stratus gained popularity by slapping Vince during his match against his son Shane.

Women's Champion (2001–2003)[]

In 2002, Stratus decided to pursue a full-time career in wrestling. She achieved a significant milestone by winning the WWF Women's Championship in a challenging six-pack match at InVasion. Unfortunately, she had to take a break from competing for three months due to an ankle injury. During her recovery, she also took on the role of co-hosting Excess on TNN. Stratus made a comeback in the autumn and triumphed once again by winning the WWF Women's Championship for the first time in a six-pack challenge at Survivor Series. However, her reign was not without challenges, as she engaged in a feud with Jazz over the Women's Championship. Eventually, Stratus lost the title to Jazz on the February 4, 2002 episode of Raw. Undeterred, she continued her pursuit of the championship for several months and even had the opportunity to compete in a highly anticipated Triple Threat match at WrestleMania X8 in Toronto, Canada, against Lita and Jazz.

On May 6, she achieved victory in the WWE Hardcore Championship by skillfully pinning Crash Holly after receiving assistance from Bubba Ray Dudley, who struck him with a trash can. Unfortunately, she had to relinquish the title to Steven Richards shortly after due to the stipulation that required constant defense as long as a referee was present. However, Stratus was able to reclaim the Women's Title in a tag team match alongside Bubba Ray Dudley.

Stratus' second reign as champion came to an end on June 23, when she unfortunately suffered a defeat at King of the Ring by Molly Holly. The two incredible Divas continued their storyline feud for the following three months. However, Stratus managed to regain the championship title at Unforgiven in July. Additionally, Stratus found herself entangled in a storyline with the new Diva Victoria, who harbored a grudge against her, alleging that Stratus had betrayed her during their time as fitness models. This led to numerous intense title matches, ultimately resulting in Victoria emerging victorious in a Hardcore match.

Stratus and Gail Kim were initially placed in an alliance, but unfortunately, it was short-lived as Kim unexpectedly betrayed Stratus and joined forces with Molly Holly. This led to a storyline feud between the women. Together, the duo managed to defeat Stratus and various tag team partners. Eventually, they were joined by Lita, who had made a comeback, and collectively, they emerged victorious in several matches, including a notable one at Unforgiven.

Teaming and Feuding with Lita (2003–2005)[]

Stratus initiated a romantic relationship with Chris Jericho during Raw's November 10 episode, which eventually resulted in an intergender tag team match on December 1. Following the match, Stratus happened to overhear Jericho discussing the possibility of being intimate with their respective partners. This incident sparked a conflict between the two individuals, ultimately leading to a "Battle of the Sexes" match at Armageddon. A subsequent rematch concluded without a clear winner. Stratus and Jericho's relationship endured into the following year, during which Jericho began developing affectionate feelings for Stratus.

During a match at WrestleMania XX, Stratus made the decision to turn heel and betray Jericho by aligning with Christian. This led to a prolonged feud between Stratus and Jericho, culminating in a handicap match at Backlash. In a highly anticipated event, Stratus emerged victorious, securing her fifth WWE Women's Championship at Bad Blood on June 13. Unfortunately, her reign was cut short when she sustained a broken hand in July, requiring her to take a leave of absence for approximately one month. Despite her injury, Stratus valiantly defended her title against numerous challengers until she ultimately lost the championship to Lita on December 6, following a rematch.

Retirement (2005–2006)[]

In May 2005, Stratus unfortunately had to take a break from competing for the Women's Championship due to a groin injury, which was explained by Viscera. However, she made a comeback to Raw in September and showed her kind-hearted nature by aligning herself with Ashley Massaro against Vince's Devils. The ongoing rivalry also included the introduction of a new Diva, Mickie James, who humbly presented herself as Stratus' biggest admirer. Additionally, Stratus took part in a interpromotional Diva battle royal, which was won by SmackDown! Diva Melina.

In the subsequent week, MNM apprehended Stratus, securely restraining her body and sealing her mouth so as to prevent her from speaking, all while Melina extended an invitation to the captive Stratus for a match in pursuit of the Women's Championship. Ultimately, Stratus emerged victorious over Melina at Survivor Series.

Stratus and James formed a strong partnership in late 2005, as James' character grew more infatuated with Stratus. Their storyline evolved into a romantic connection when James initiated a private kiss with Stratus under a mistletoe, which caught Stratus off guard and led her to hastily leave the locker room. Throughout 2006, the dynamic between Stratus and James persisted, culminating in a title match at New Year's Revolution where they competed against each other. Despite the loss, James remained captivated by Stratus, causing her to feel uneasy.

Stratus approached James on March 6, 2006, and the two briefly resolved their differences on March 18's Saturday Night's Main Event, where they triumphed over Candice Michelle and Victoria. However, after the match, James unexpectedly turned on Stratus and launched an assault against her. Ultimately, Stratus relinquished the Women's Championship to James during a WrestleMania 22 encounter.

On June 26, Stratus made a welcome return to the ring and embarked on a charming storyline with Carlito. This delightful turn of events occurred when he gallantly came to her rescue during a vicious assault by Melina and Johnny Nitro. Together, they formed an exceptional team and triumphed in a thrilling mixed tag team match against Melina and Nitro at Saturday Night's Main Event on July 15. Subsequently, they found themselves briefly entangled in a disagreement with WWE Champion Edge and Lita, who unfortunately disrupted Stratus' title match with Mickie James.

Stratus and Carlito engaged in a short feud with WWE Champion Edge and Lita following their interruption of Stratus' title match against Mickie James. Eventually, on September 17, Stratus gracefully triumphed over Lita using Bret Hart's iconic submission move, the Sharpshooter, securing her seventh Women's Championship and gracefully retiring as the champion.

Full-Time Return (2022–Present)[]

Stratus gracefully made her WWE debut on Raw on August 22, 2022, when she was unexpectedly approached by Damage CTRL. Demonstrating her incredible skill and teamwork, Stratus played a crucial role on February 27, 2023, as she provided vital assistance to Lita and Becky Lynch in defeating Damage CTRL and claiming the prestigious WWE Women's Tag Team Championship. To further showcase their collective strength, she gracefully announced the formation of an unstoppable alliance with Lita and Lynch, with the intention of challenging Damage CTRL in an exciting six-woman tag team match at the highly anticipated WrestleMania 39. Throughout the entire journey leading up to their epic showdown, Stratus delighted fans by consistently appearing on every episode of Raw.

Stratus joined forces with Lynch to defend the WWE Women's Tag Team Championship in a match against Liv Morgan and Raquel Rodriguez, taking the place of the injured Lita. Unfortunately, Morgan managed to pin Stratus with a roll-up, resulting in Lita and Lynch losing their titles. After the match, Stratus unexpectedly turned against Lynch, adopting a villainous persona for the first time since 2005. In the following week, Stratus revealed herself as the unidentified person who had attacked Lita. This was due to her frustration with Lita and Lynch being perceived as mere sidekicks and a perceived lack of recognition for her contributions to the women's division.

Stratus joined the Raw brand during the second night of the 2023 Draft, being chosen as their seventh pick. Unfortunately, on May 8, 2023, Stratus taunted Lynch and made disrespectful comments towards her precious infant daughter, Roux. However, Lynch bravely retaliated and put Stratus in her place with a powerful Manhandle Slam. In the following week, Lynch humbly proposed a singles match against Stratus at Night of Champions in Saudi Arabia. It is important to note that Stratus confidently asserted that she played a significant role in paving the way for more opportunities for women in WWE.

Stratus emerged victorious in the match against Lynch with the assistance of Zoey Stark, who cleverly concealed herself beneath the ring and made a surprise attack. They subsequently formed a successful partnership, triumphing in the qualification match for the women's Money in the Bank ladder match over Raquel Rodriguez. On July 1, 2023, Stratus participated in a ladder match alongside Becky Lynch, Zoey Stark, Bayley, Iyo Sky, and Zelina Vega.

Trivia[]

  • Trish Stratus later appeared as a heel in the 2015 film, Gridlocked, playing villainous SWAT officer Gina.

Gallery[]

Championships and Accomplishments[]

  • Cauliflower Alley Club
    • Iron Mike Mazurki Award (2016)
  • Pro Wrestling Illustrated
    • PWI Woman of the Year (2002, 2003, 2005, 2006)
  • World Wrestling Federation / Entertainment
    • WWE Women's Championship (7 times)
    • WWF/E Hardcore Championship (1 time)
    • WWE Babe of the Year (2001, 2002, 2003)
    • WWE Hall Of Fame (2013)

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