Cody Rhodes

Biography

Cody Rhodes, born as Cody Garrett Runnels on June 30, 1985, is a professional wrestler and executive vice president of All Elite Wrestling (AEW). He’s a second-generation wrestler, the son of wrestling legend Dusty Rhodes and the half-brother of fellow wrestler Dustin “Goldust” Rhodes.

Career History

Cody Rhodes began his professional wrestling career in WWE, where he worked from 2006 to 2016. He held several titles there and was part of memorable factions such as The Legacy (with Randy Orton and Ted DiBiase Jr.) and The Brotherhood (with Goldust).
After leaving WWE, Cody embarked on a successful run in the independent circuit, notably with promotions like Ring of Honor (ROH) and New Japan Pro-Wrestling (NJPW), where he was a member of the Bullet Club.
In 2019, Cody, along with several other wrestlers and business executives, founded AEW, a new wrestling promotion that has since become a major player in the industry.

Career Evolution and Biggest Matches

Cody Rhodes’ career evolution has seen him transition from a tag team and mid-card wrestler in WWE to a main event player in AEW. His most significant matches include his bout against brother Dustin Rhodes at AEW’s inaugural event, Double or Nothing, his classic with Shawn Spears at All Out, and his TNT Championship matches.

Biggest Rivalries

Some of Cody’s most intense rivalries include those with Randy Orton in WWE, Kenny Omega in NJPW, and MJF in AEW.

Tag Team Partners

Cody has had various tag team partners throughout his career, including Ted DiBiase Jr., Damien Sandow (as Rhodes Scholars in WWE), and most notably, his brother, Dustin Rhodes.

Titles Won

Cody Rhodes is a multiple-time champion in professional wrestling. He’s held the WWE Intercontinental Championship twice, the WWE Tag Team Championship three times (with Hardcore Holly, Ted DiBiase, and Goldust), the AEW TNT Championship twice, and the NWA Worlds Heavyweight Championship once.

Family Life

Cody is married to Brandi Rhodes (née Reed), a professional wrestler and Chief Brand Officer of AEW. The couple welcomed their first child, a daughter, in 2021.

Finishing Move

Cody’s finishing move is the “Cross Rhodes,” a rolling cutter he’s used throughout his career. Recently, he’s also employed a move called the “Vertebreaker.”

Clothing and Entrance Music

Cody often wears wrestling gear reminiscent of his father, featuring the colors blue and white. His entrance theme in AEW is “Kingdom” by Downstait.

Sponsorships

Cody Rhodes, as a co-founder of AEW and a top-tier professional wrestler, likely has several sponsorships. Specifics aren’t public, but he’s likely to be involved in various partnerships relating to fitness, wrestling gear, and video games, amongst others.

Conclusion

Cody Rhodes has made a significant impact on professional wrestling, from his early days in WWE to his current status as a top performer and executive in AEW. With a legacy tied to one of wrestling’s most influential families, he’s carved out his own path and continues to shape the landscape of the industry.