Cody Rhodes

Cody Garrett Runnels (born July 30, 1985), professionally known as Cody Rhodes, is an American professional wrestler and executive who represents the next generation of the Rhodes wrestling dynasty. Starting his career in WWE, where he was a multiple-time Intercontinental and United States Champion, Cody transitioned to All Elite Wrestling (AEW) where he became a prominent main-event performer and executive vice president. His storyline pursuit of the AEW World Championship became a central narrative of the company, and he's known for his technical wrestling ability, character depth, and storytelling in the ring. Cody has headlined major wrestling events including WrestleMania and Dynasty, continuing his family's tradition of main-event excellence. Beyond wrestling, he has worked as an executive producer and has advocated for wrestlers' rights and industry reform. His career demonstrates the evolution of professional wrestling in the modern era, balancing traditional wrestling excellence with contemporary storytelling and corporate responsibility, while honoring his father's legacy.