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Throughout his NBA career, Dennis Rodman was the first to truly bring out an eccentric lifestyle. A flamboyant figure, the five-time champ never escaped the headlines. On the court, Rodman’s natural ability to bring down impossible rebounds made him a star. However, his wild relationships often took over the spotlight.

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One of his most famous relationships was with Baywatch star Carmen Electra. Rodman felt the spark as soon as he met the actress at a Las Vegas nightclub. Instantly chasing her, the two finally linked up. Like any celebrity couple, Electra and Rodman became the hot topic. Sharing a wild relationship, the two-time Defensive Player of the Year popped the question.

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The couple then drove to a nearby chapel to discuss the crazy circumstances. And in an interview, the emotional star later opened up about her pain.

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Carmen Electra was hurt following her marriage to Dennis Rodman

Rodman’s manager then made serious allegations against Electra. Saying she had “ulterior motives” in mind, the Chicago Bulls forward’s manager criticized the movie star. However, she denied it all.

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The popular actress said: “That’s what hurt so bad because I’ve worked so hard to get where I am at today.”?

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Furthermore, Dennis Rodman stood by his ex-wife, releasing a statement confirming their love. In a prior talk, Electra also spoke about Rodman’s romantic side. Notably, he surprised her with a trip to the Bulls training facility. “It was crazy, like two kids in a candy store. We were eating popsicles from the fridge and pretty much having s** all over the damn place,” Electra said.

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At one point, Michael Jordan had to bring Rodman back to practice while Electra hid behind the couch. “He just turned around to me and said, ‘It’s Michael Jordan. I’ve got to go practice,'” she recalled.

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With all that’s out about their outrageous events, do you think they were real love birds? Let us know your views in the comments below.

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