Otis shares that Mandy Rose suggested their romance plot: She started it all

Throughout Otis’ time in WWE, one of the most memorable storylines he was part of was his on-screen relationship with former NXT Women’s Champion Mandy Rose. Otis disclosed during an interview on Chris Van Vliet’s Insight Podcast that it was actually Mandy Rose who came up with the idea for the romantic storyline. She took the initiative to discuss it with Vince McMahon, and they decided to go ahead with it. Otis reflected on how the story unfolded, mentioning the challenges of filming live segments and the inclusion of Dolph Ziggler in the plot. Despite the ups and downs, Otis expressed his enjoyment of the experience and gratitude for the support he received from his fellow wrestlers.