Fans of reality dating and hook-up shows and fans of wrestling nearly saw a familiar face as the host.
Speaking on the Bellas Podcast, Nikki Bella revealed that she was almost the host of "Love Island USA" and MTV's "Ex On The Beach."
"I auditioned to be the host for Love Island USA, that's how I got hooked on Love Island UK. When I had the audition, I had to get familiar with the show. I got hooked and it made me really want [the role]. When I auditioned, I got a callback and I was really bummed because I was the runner up. Arielle Vandenberg, she's the current host. If she would've said no, I would've been the host," she said.
"Love Island USA" premiered on July 9, 2019 with a third season on the way.
After losing out on "Love Island USA", Nikki did land the "Ex On The Beach" gig, but was pulled at the last minute.
"After I lost the job for Love Island USA, which I was really upset about, I got another audition to host Ex on the Beach on MTV. I got it. This was my heaven. I booked the gig and I was so excited. I couldn't believe I was going to be the new host of Ex on the Beach. Two days before I was leaving -- I'm not going to say names -- I was pulled. Mainly dealt with the reality show I was on. I was so upset," she recalled.
"Ex On The Beach" has run for four seasons on MTV.
Nikki went on to express that she really wants to host a reality dating show.
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