When it comes to the Baddies franchise, there’s always one truth: alliances shift like sand in the wind, and power is never permanent. But if there’s one duo that’s kept fans guessing, whispering, and side-eyeing from the start, it’s Natalie Nunn and Ivori. Are they allies? Mentors and protégés? Quiet enemies waiting for the perfect moment to strike? Buckle up, because their relationship is more layered than a reunion wig snatch.
The Beginning: Natalie’s Watchful Eye on a Rising Star
Ivori didn’t tiptoe onto the Baddies Midwest stage—she stomped in with confidence, class, and a little chaos, instantly drawing attention. And Natalie Nunn? She noticed. Of course she did.
Natalie, the self-appointed queen of the Baddies universe, always has her eye on potential. She saw something in Ivori—maybe it was the rawness, the fearlessness, or the subtle way Ivori seemed to handle drama without flinching. In the early episodes, Natalie often stood back when Ivori clashed with other cast members. Not because she didn’t care—but because she was watching, evaluating, maybe even testing.
Some fans called it mentorship. Others called it manipulation.
But Natalie played it cool—never too close, never too far. She let Ivori blaze her own path, but the quiet nods of approval were there if you were paying attention.
The Tension Beneath the Surface
Don’t get it twisted—Natalie doesn’t mentor without expecting loyalty, and Ivori doesn’t bow to anyone. That’s where things started to get messy.
As the Midwest season unfolded, whispers grew louder. Why didn’t Natalie ever check Ivori the way she did the others? Why did Ivori walk around with such immunity while other girls were being dragged, figuratively and literally? Some of the cast noticed it, and viewers definitely did.
But here’s the thing—Ivori wasn’t a puppet. She was a wildcard. And that unpredictability may have made Natalie respect her even more… or view her as a future threat.
The way Natalie handled Ivori compared to other castmates felt like she was either grooming her for greatness—or stalling the storm before the showdown.
Reunion Energy: Shaky Ground, Silent Wars
By the time the Baddies Midwest Reunion rolled around, the energy between Natalie and Ivori shifted. It wasn’t open war, but it wasn’t sisterhood either. It was tense.
Ivori had started building her own fanbase, and some of her actions—particularly her boldness against The Big Three (Dolly, Tesehki, Big Lex)—showed that she wasn’t afraid of heat, even if it meant risking Natalie’s favor.
Natalie didn’t check her—but she didn’t protect her either. That silence? It was loud.
In reunion scenes, Natalie appeared focused on higher-level production drama and her own battles (looking at you, Diamond). Ivori, on the other hand, was in the trenches, swinging both literally and metaphorically. They weren’t fighting each other—but there was distance. Strategic silence.
Some fans think Natalie was waiting to see how Ivori handled herself—testing her one last time. Others believe Natalie had already decided to keep Ivori at arm’s length, aware that the girl had grown too independent, too powerful, too unpredictable.
Power Clash or Inevitable Partnership?
Now here’s the million-dollar question: What’s next for Natalie and Ivori?
- Will Natalie try to recruit Ivori to her side, offering her a more elevated spot in the franchise?
- Or will she see Ivori as a rival—someone who needs to be kept in check before she threatens the hierarchy?
Let’s be real—Natalie loves power, but she also respects it. And Ivori has power. She commands attention without begging for it, she fights with precision, and she speaks with calm but cuts with accuracy. That’s dangerous energy. That’s main character energy.
Natalie may either try to contain it or capitalize on it.
And Ivori? If she plays her cards right, she could become the one name that challenges the Natalie empire—or becomes its unexpected heir.
Fan Theories: Is a Face-Off Inevitable?
Some theories circulating on social media:
- Natalie vs. Ivori is the next big feud, building slowly in the background while both women stack their resumes.
- Natalie’s next season will test Ivori, giving her a major plotline—only to see if she breaks or levels up.
- Ivori could flip the script, create her own crew, and threaten Natalie’s power from the outside.
Whether or not these come true, one thing is certain: Ivori is not here to play supporting actress, and Natalie doesn’t like sharing her spotlight.
Conclusion: Cold War or Plot Twist?
Right now, Natalie and Ivori are in a Cold War—no bombs dropped, but the tension is thick. Whether they explode or evolve remains to be seen.
But one thing’s for sure: their relationship isn’t over. It’s just getting started.
And in the Baddies universe? That usually means one thing:
Somebody’s crown is about to tilt.
