5 Valets Who Overshadowed Their Wrestlers (& 5 Who Complemented Them)

2. Complimented: Lana With Rusev

Trish Stratus
WWE

Rusev and Lana are one of the more recent valet-wrestler tandems to find success in WWE. The Rocky IV-based Russian gimmick worked well and provided a nice launching point for both their careers with the company.

Though her Russian accent leaves a bit to be desired, Lana's anti-American promos did a nice job in helping to establish the Rusev character. In fact, during his undefeated streak, Rusev was well on his way to becoming a main event heel. However, following his loss to John Cena at WrestleMania 31, Rusev lost a lot of the momentum the two were able to build.

Still, their beauty and the beast dynamic definitely worked. Despite the fact that Lana is a very attractive young woman, Rusev has always felt like the focal point when the two work together.

Rusev and Lana are yet another example of a real-life married couple who have success as an on-screen duo and been able to find a nice balance in the process.

 
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From 1999-2003 Jacques performed on the Florida independent pro wrestling circuit. He also has an amateur wrestling background and currently holds a certification in Krav Maga. Jacques graduated from the University of Central Florida in 2003, with a bachelor's degree in Political Science. He currently resides in Chicago, Illinois. Follow him on twitter @goodeals79.