Santino Marella hopes daughter debuts on SmackDown

A former WWE star is hoping for a special moment for his daughter. Santino Marella wants Arianna Grace to make her debut during this week’s WWE SmackDown in Bologna, Italy. He believes such an appearance could have a big impact on her career, similar to his own debut in 2007. Marella, who turns 51 today, recalled how he won the Intercontinental Championship in his first match. He sees a similar opportunity for Arianna. While WWE has not confirmed her call-up to the main roster, Marella is excited about the possibility. He has also expressed interest in teaming with her in a mixed tag team match at a future WrestleMania. Arianna wrestles in NXT, where she has developed a unique character based on a pageant queen. Her persona emphasizes beauty and grace, helping her stand out among her peers. However, her progress was slowed by a knee injury in 2022, but she made a comeback in 2023 and has taken on a comedic heel role. Santino Marella is known for blending humor with wrestling skills. He held the Intercontinental Championship twice and had a successful tag team partnership. His iconic "Cobra" move and comedic storylines have made him a beloved figure in wrestling. Despite retiring due to injuries, he still makes occasional appearances. Currently, Marella is active in wrestling as the Director of Authority for Impact Wrestling (TNA). He continues to support his daughter and looks forward to her future in WWE.