Who is Kathy Colace? All you need to know about the woman who divorced John Laurinaitis

Kathy Colace has divorced John Laurinaitis (Images: @KathyColace on X / @kathycolace on Instagram)
Kathy Colace has divorced John Laurinaitis (Images: @KathyColace on X / @kathycolace on Instagram)

Former WWE wrestler and business executive John Laurinaitis and Kathy Colace are divorced. The latter officially confirmed their divorce while speaking to WWE Hall of Famer Brie Bella on the Nikki and Brie Show.

Kathy Colace said she would use this time to enjoy her independence after her eight-year marriage ended. She had been married to John Laurinaitis since March 25, 2016.

The 59-year-old is the mother of former WWE stars Nikki and Brie Bella and has a son named JJ Garcia-Colace. Laurinaitis was their stepfather until the ex-couple's divorce.

Colace is the founder of the business development company JBN & Associates, which was founded in 1999. She is a board member of Phoenix Suns Charities and Suns Nite Hoops.

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The mother of the Bella Twins was born in Los Angeles, California, and worked for her father's company until seventh grade. She appeared on the WWE reality show Total Bellas while married to Laurinaitis, who had worked alongside the company's former chairman, Vince McMahon.

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Colace's divorce comes amid Laurinaitis' involvement in Janel Grant's ongoing lawsuit against Vince McMahon. John Laurinaitis claims he was a victim in the lawsuit and has submitted a sworn statement. He worked with WWE in several roles, including Head of Talent Relations.


The Bella Twins were 'shocked and disheartened' at allegations against Vince McMahon and John Laurinaitis

Nikki and Brie Garcia (The Bella Twins) wrote a joint statement responding to the allegations against their stepfather and Vince McMahon. They wrote on Instagram that they were 'shocked and disheartened with recent allegations against members of the WWE.'

Moreover, the Bellas stated that they 'don't stand for or condone from anyone' the allegations put forward. They emphasized wanting women to feel safe and supported in their workplace.

Nikki and Brie left WWE in March 2023 when their contracts expired. They were popular stars in the company and were involved in several high-profile feuds.

Brie is married to AEW star Bryan Danielson, formerly Daniel Bryan in WWE. They met while both with the promotion and tied the knot in April 2014.

The Bellas have enjoyed successful careers outside of the squared circle, including their podcast. Nikki is currently dealing with her own divorce from Artem Chigvintsev after the Russian dancer was arrested for domestic violence. They had been married for two years.