Back in the Attitude Era, WWE leaned heavily into chaos, unpredictability, and even controversy — they wanted edgy moments because it kept people talking. If something crazy or “accidental” happened, they would usually play into it instead of trying to hide it. That raw, unfiltered feeling was part of what made that era legendary.
Now in the “Netflix era,” everything is a lot more corporate and controlled. WWE has sponsors, global branding deals, and a much bigger mainstream audience to protect. So when something like Tiffany Stratton’s gear issue happens, they’re quick to cut away or edit it out, even though it kills the natural flow of the match for fans. They’re playing it super safe because they don’t want a viral controversy that damages the brand — even if it means sacrificing authenticity.
Also, being on Netflix now gives them even more control, not less, because they aren’t bound by traditional TV regulations — yet ironically, they still self-censor harder than ever.
Would you want me to break down even more how WWE’s style shifted from the Attitude Era to now? It’s honestly a fascinating comparison.
