Steph De Lander has taken to X to respond to former WWE star Candice Michelle’s recent remarks during a TMZ interview, in which she suggested that modern women’s wrestling lacks femininity. Indicating she doesn’t agree, De Lander fired back on social media with a sarcastic tweet saying “Dang in 2026 we’re still telling women in wrestling they need to be more feminine?” which quickly ignited debates about character presentation and how the business has changed since Michelle last wrestled.
De Lander has built a reputation as a fearless competitor comfortable in both intergender and hardcore environments throughout her independent and TNA career. She has frequently teamed with her real-life husband, Mance Warner, in mixed tag team matches, including high-profile GCW bouts. She has also competed in singles intergender matches, showcasing her aggressive style against male wrestlers. Her no-limits approach, combined with strong striking and resilience, has made her a standout in deathmatch environments, although a serious neck injury derailed her career at one point.
