10 Things WWE Fans Need To Know About Rosa Mendes

World Wrestling Entertainment's hit reality series Total Divas recently kicked off its third season on E! Network. This season, the show introduced fans to a new cast member, a woman that has been with the sports-entertainment company for nearly a decade but is still largely unknown to both casual and die-hard fans alike. Rosa Mendes made her debut on the show in episode one and figures to play a major role in the program going forward. Based on what was revealed during her first week with the show, we know that Rosa has a history of substance abuse and has spent time in rehab trying to get clean. But what else should fans be aware of regarding the hip-shaking Latina? What makes her tick? What has she accomplished in her wrestling career that you may not remember? Find out the answers to those questions below...

10. She Is A Diva Search Contestant

The 2006 Diva Search was, arguably, the best in the contest's controversial existence. It was not only responsible for the introduction of Layla to the WWE Universe, it also turned out Rosa (real name Milena Roucka) who made it to the final field of girls before being eliminated weeks into the competition. So beautiful was she that WWE did not hesitate to sign her to a developmental contract, despite the fact that fans did not vote to keep her in the contest as long as they did others who were not awarded the same runner-up prize. Rosa reported to WWE's developmental territory, then Ohio Valley Wrestling, and wasted little time leaving an impression on their product.