One of the most talked-about moments from Mickie James’ iconic WrestleMania 22 match against Trish Stratus involved a rather suggestive gesture. On Insight With Chris Van Vliet , James detailed the backstage story behind the infamous finger lick and Vince McMahon’s immediate reaction.

James explained that the spot was planned, stemming from her character’s obsession with Stratus throughout their storyline. She felt the gesture was a natural culmination of the angle.

“So I had asked Steve Keirn. Steve Keirn was our agent. I had asked Steve Keirn, ‘Can I lick my finger?’ Because we had already had the crotch grab spot. We’re gonna do it. So we knew we were going to do the vag grab,” James explained. “You think about the whole story… I have done many things, tried to kiss her numerous occ

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