Sol Ruca

The Nikki & Brie Show

Sol Ruca: Hannah Montana, Green Flags & Becoming IC Champion

Sol Ruca joins the Nikki and Brie Show to discuss her journey from California beach girl to WWE Intercontinental Champion. Growing up in Ontario, California, Sol had an active childhood split between her brother's hockey games, gymnastics training, and accompanying her musician father to concerts and festivals. She describes her upbringing as competitive and tomboyish, with access to both snowboarding and surfing within an hour's drive. Her father played in ska band the Skeletones and collaborated with Gwen Stefani, giving Sol early exposure to the music scene. The conversation reveals Sol's genuine, laid-back personality as she discusses her obsession with Hannah Montana, her love for video games like Mortal Kombat and Guitar Hero, and her California-influenced style that draws inspiration from Gwen Stefani's checkered aesthetic. Sol shares details about her athletic background, transitioning from track and field scholarship offers to acrobatics and tumbling at University of Oregon due to gymnastics injuries. Her effortlessly cool vibe and unique character have made her stand out on WWE television as a fresh representation of California culture. Throughout the interview, Sol displays the same authenticity that has made her a fan favorite, discussing everything from her post-show pasta rituals in San Diego's Little Italy to her diverse music taste spanning ska, classic rock, indie, and 90s grunge. Her journey reflects someone who has successfully balanced multiple passions while staying true to her roots, now living what she describes as a 'Hannah Montana double life' as WWE's Intercontinental Champion.