In a recent appearance at the Vulture Festival, WWE’s popular superstar Becky Lynch shared her thoughts on her failed heel turn in 2018. Lynch, who has since become one of the biggest babyfaces in the company, revealed that she was miscast as a heel and that the storyline behind her heel turn was incorrect.
According to Lynch, she was meant to be a babyface, not a bad guy, but unfortunately, the miscommunications led to her being portrayed as a heel. She lamented that the audience did not respond positively to her heel turn, and instead, they continued to cheer for her, making her a beloved figure in the WWE universe.
Lynch recalled that the storyline behind her heel turn, which took place during the SummerSlam 2018 event, was initially supposed to work in her favor. She attacked Charlotte Flair after losing the SmackDown Women’s Title match, but instead of playing the role of the victim, Lynch claimed that the storytelling was “so off, and it was so wrong, and it was so great because it really worked in my favor.”
Despite the initial intention to portray Lynch as a heel, the audience refused to boo her, and instead, they continued to chant for her. Lynch believes that this was due to her genuine and honest persona, which had been built up over time. She felt that the fans connected with her and saw her as an underdog who always strived to get her moment, making them reluctant to turn on her.
Lynch’s comments provide a rare Look into the inner workings of WWE’s creative process and the challenges of playing a heel or face character. Her story serves as a reminder that, even with the best-laid plans, things can go awry, and it’s up to the performers to adapt and find a way to make the best of the situation.
In hindsight, Lynch’s failed heel turn ultimately worked in her favor, as it allowed her to transition into a babyface role, which has been incredibly successful. Her comments also emphasize the importance of strong storytelling and character development in professional wrestling, as they can make all the difference in how fans respond to a character.
With Lynch’s contract reportedly expired, her future in the WWE remains uncertain. However, if she does return, she is sure to receive a massive reaction from the fans, who have come to adore her as a beloved babyface.
