Cody Rhodes

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Cody Rhodes reveals "special" gesture by Vince McMahon before ... (Sportskeeda)

Cody Rhodes has opened up about his initial discussions with Vince McMahon and Bruce Prichard about re-signing with WWW. Both men flew in to meet The ...

He felt vindicated when the WWE Chairman told him that they were interested in his AEW gimmick, which Rhodes had crafted carefully after leaving WWE. The American Nightmare's appearance on the RAW after WrestleMania will be the first time he will be on the brand in six years. Cody Rhodes has confirmed that he will be on the RAW after WrestleMania, where he has vowed to address the fans and make his intentions clear.

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Cody Rhodes Quits AEW And Debuts At WWE WrestleMania 38, A ... (Forbes)

Cody Rhodes has finally landed in WWE, officially kicking off the free agency wars between WWE and AEW with the first round of AEW contracts coming due.

Cody Rhodes reportedly signed with WWE in early March as Mike Johnson of PWInsider reported he had signed 10 to 14 days before his March 18 report. The idea was floated to me that there might be a possibility again, with a new role involving the ROH acquisition.” While speaking of a mystery WrestleMania opponent, Edge said there would be “no smoke and mirrors about it,” another nod to the “Dashing Cody Rhodes character. In a heartfelt post, Rhodes thanked AEW and its leadership as he looked to turn the page to an unlikely next chapter in wrestling. In a sudden turn of events, an exclusive report from Cassidy Haynes of Bodyslam.net suggested talks between WWE and Cody had fizzled out. Rhodes was working without a contract in AEW toward the end of his stint in the Jacksonville-based promotion, however many assumed he would re-sign as one of its founding members.

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Cody Rhodes returns to WWE at WrestleMania (kfor.com)

(NEXSTAR) — Cody Rhodes, one of the founders of WWE's top competitor All Elite Wrestling, made a surprise appearance at WrestleMania at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas defeating former world champion Seth Rollins. The 36-year-old son of legendary ...

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Cody Rhodes sends emphatic message in emotional interview after ... (GiveMeSport)

Cody Rhodes returned to WWE with a bang on Saturday after he was chosen as a mystery opponent at WrestleMania 38. He beat four-time world champion Seth ...

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Cody Rhodes To Reveal WWE Plans On Raw Tomorrow (WhatCulture)

A match befitting the colossal stage concluded with Rhodes downing Rollins with his third Cross Rhodes finisher in a row (broken up by a Bionic Elbow in tribute ...

Expect to hear more from WWE returnee Cody Rhodes on tomorrow night's Raw. Expect to hear more from WWE returnee Cody Rhodes on tomorrow night's Raw.

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"It needed to be him" - Cody Rhodes on why he chose to face Seth ... (Sportskeeda)

"[Could have been] Nobody else. Seth walked into the ring in Kalamazoo, Michigan, in his first live event loop ever coming off of Florida Championship ...

The Ringer Wrestling Show interviewed Cody Rhodes right after his match with Seth Rollins at WrestleMania 38. Cody Rhodes and Seth Rollins had a number of matches during the former's first run in WWE, primarily in tag team action. WWE Superstar Cody Rhodes has explained why he had to face Seth Rollins and no one else on his return to the company.

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Cody Rhodes returns to WWE at WrestleMania (WOWK 13 News)

Cody Rhodes, one of the founders of WWE's top competitor All Elite Wrestling, made a surprise appearance at WrestleMania at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, ...

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Cody Rhodes: “I Don't Think I Want A Management In Job In ... (Wrestling Inc.)

Cody Rhodes spoke today with the media following his WrestleMania 38 appearance. When answering a question from Wrestling Inc's Managing Editor Nick Hausman ...

That’s where his office was, his boots are there, it’s just a little too hard for me. “But the only way you really get the flow and the connection is working in front of crowds, and that you don’t really have the ability. “It’s just a little too hard for me. He admitted it is a little too hard for him right now. I don’t think I want a management job in wrestling ever again,” he admitted. “I don’t think I was mature enough for it.

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"Cody Rhodes has shed his skin" - Cody Rhodes makes a Stardust ... (The Sportsrush)

Cody Rhodes made a grand return to WWE in WrestleMania 38 and mocked his own Stardust character during the match against Seth Rollins.

One of the founders of AEW, Cody Rhodes had a forgettable stint in WWE as the Stardust character. The second reason is Cody Rhodes’ tussle against another star champion of the WWE arena, Seth Rollins. The match between Cody Rhodes and the mighty Seth Rollins was one of the biggest and most awaited battles of WrestleMania 38. The entry was big and the much-awaited one.

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Cody Rhodes Gives an Update on His Pro Wrestling Retirement Plans (Comicbook.com)

Cody Rhodes stated numerous times in recent years that he plans to wrestle only until he's 40. 'The American Nightmare' will be 37 this coming June and his ...

And the kicker was I was a bad guy, so it's a lot of falling down. It's a lot on your body and I just didn't want to have the saddle walk, I didn't want to not be able to pick up my kid," Rhodes told ComicBook. But I think maybe 40. Because I was the king of absolutes for the last six years and a lot of them are coming back to bite me in the a—. Which is fine, we change our minds. But here's what some people forget about me — I was in the WWE system at 19, 20, and I was on the road full-time, never one weekend off, except when I tore my trap and that was three weeks. "The American Nightmare" will be 37 this coming June and his new contract with WWE has been confirmed to be a multi-year deal.

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Cody Rhodes Reveals Meeting with Vince McMahon About Return ... (Bleacher Report)

Rhodes ended his six-year absence from WWE on Saturday at WrestleMania 38, defeating Seth Rollins in what became the worst-kept secret in wrestling. The ...

The reality of the situation: Rhodes wants to be WWE champion, the lone feat his father never accomplished in a wrestling ring. But in that moment, it was just closure on the first loop and excitement for what’s next. “One of the most special parts of it was Bruce [Prichard] and the chairman himself, Vince, flew down to meet me," Rhodes said (around the five-minute mark). “If that meeting had not led to anything, had it just been a conversation about wrestling or sports entertainment ... it would been great closure on the last loop, because I left here on the worst of terms. Rhodes ended his six-year absence from WWE on Saturday at WrestleMania 38, defeating Seth Rollins in what became the worst-kept secret in wrestling. "I remember saying, ‘I have to be me. As Rhodes told The Ringer Wrestling Show, however, his desire to finish what he started won him over in his return to WWE. Rhodes said Vince McMahon also gave him the vindication he was seeking in negotiations.

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Cody Rhodes gets emotional as he reveals first conversation with ... (talkSPORT.com)

The former AEW executive vice president returned to WWE after six years away and returned to a huge ovation as he battled and defeated Seth Rollins on Night One ...

But yes, Triple H and I spoke right before my match, I was very excited to see him,” Rhodes concluded. I was very loud and vociferous and very angry. “And I think Triple H did it in such a Triple H fashion. I get to be me?! Especially come from where I had left here, there is nothing to be angry about. “Also to see him healthy.

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WrestleMania 38: Cody Rhodes reflects on big WWE return (GiveMeSport)

Cody Rhodes finally made his WWE comeback at WrestleMania last night and has described what it's like to be back in the WWE fold.

Once you have subscribed we will use the email you provided to send you the newsletter. Stay tuned to GiveMeSport for all the results and reaction from night two of WrestleMania 38 tonight, which is headlined by the huge title vs. I had this great education in wrestling, I worked here for 20 to 30 and was under the learning tree of Vince (McMahon), Arn (Anderson), Michael (Hayes), Jamie Noble, the guys who are still here, and then I had my whole life under the learning tree of my dad. Once you have subscribed we will use the email you provided to send you the newsletter. “It’s no secret Triple H is my favorite wrestler ever even though I destroyed his throne and bad-mouthed him to the end of the earth. Rhodes defeated Rollins in one the highlights of the night and it took some inspiration from Cody’s famous father Dusty Rhodes to finally put The Visionary away.

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Cody Rhodes On His WrestleMania Appearance: “I Feel So ... (Wrestling Inc.)

Cody Rhodes returns at WrestleMania 38. (Photo Credit: WWE). Cody Rhodes spoke to The Ringer shortly after his victory over Seth Rollins on WrestleMania ...

I can do it, I can carry the Rhodes name, I can carry it in Texas, on a show featuring Charlotte, Steve Austin, freakin’ Undertaker, and I felt good about it.” And to go out on the wilderness, and do everything I could to make noise – change our business of pro wrestling or sports entertainment. I didn’t even look out there, didn’t walk up the ramp before the show. I feel such a responsibility to carry the name, and the whole thing finally felt like, ‘you know what? To be able to do one jab, and they [the fans] knew [it was an homage to Dusty Rhodes], I just felt such a rush [gasps]. “Long story short, the reason I got into this whole thing was to be like my dad,” Rhodes said.

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WWE News Roundup - Details of Cody Rhodes' relationship with ... (Sportskeeda)

WWE wrapped up with Night One of WrestleMania 38, and it's safe to say that the promotion delivered on its promises.

In the end, Austin delivered the iconic Stunner to win his first wrestling match in over 19 years. Michael Cole revealed later on in the show that Rick Boogs had suffered a quadriceps patella injury and was slated to undergo surgery. Austin defied expectations and brawled with Kevin Owens around the arena in a highly chaotic match. On that note, here's the latest WWE News Roundup: In his first interview since returning, The American Nightmare spoke about his decision to rejoin Vince McMahon's company. One of the biggest disappointments on day one of WrestleMania was WWE cutting New Day's match against Sheamus and Ridge Holland due to lack of time.

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Cody Rhodes returns to takes down Seth Rollins on The Grandest ... (WWE)

In a stunning surprise, Cody Rhodes returned to the WWE in epic fashion with a major victory over Seth “Freakin” Rollins on The Grandest Stage of Them All.

Undeterred, Rhodes rallied to send Rollins flying over the announce table with a dive through the ropes, before moving back into the ring for a huge crossbody and a two-count. The action continued to pick up from there as the two Superstars pulled out all the stops, trading knockout blows to leave the WWE Universe wondering what it would take to win this match. “The American Nightmare” looked right at home going toe-to-toe with Rollins as the two felt each other out in a very methodical and technical opening few minutes.

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Cody Rhodes On AEW Exit: "It Was A Personal Matter" (WhatCulture)

To coincide with his WWE return at Night 1 of WrestleMania 38 last night, Variety has released a new interview with Cody Rhodes where the American Nightmare ...

The three-time TNT Champion addressed rumours of issues with creative and money as leading to him leaving AEW, but Rhodes said it was more to do with simply being "just time" to go. Moving forward, Rhodes has signed a multi-year deal with WWE and he'll also be serving as an executive producer on the upcoming A&E documentary about his legendary father, Dusty Rhodes. To coincide with his WWE return at Night 1 of WrestleMania 38 last night, Variety has released a new interview with Cody Rhodes where the American Nightmare addresses his return to Vince McMahon's sports entertainment juggernaut and his exit from AEW.

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Cody Rhodes returns at WrestleMania 38 (Media Referee)

WWE News: Former WWE Intercontinental Champion Cody Rhodes made his return at WrestleMania 38 against Seth "Freakin" Rollins.

After a tough fight and a possible match of the year contender, Rhodes emerged victorious. Cody slowly emerged through and went to the ring to face, The kingslayer. He is the first wrestler to come back from AEW to WWE. In February 2022, Cody and his wife Brandi parted ways with AEW with rumors speculating that the couple might be headed towards WWE again. Cody made his long anticipated return against Seth Rollins at the grandest stage of all. Cody’s return marked the first of its kind.

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Young Bucks Apparently Shocked by Cody Rhodes' WWE Debut in ... (EssentiallySports)

One of the biggest surprises in WrestleMania was the fabulous return of Cody Rhodes. His former AEW colleagues seemed to be shocked.

“All In” was a professional wrestling pay-per-view that was promoted by Cody Rhodes and The Young Bucks back in September 2018. However, the pop he received showed that the WWE fans are very happy to see him back. Two of the best professional wrestlers in the same ring at WrestleMania is a guaranteed show-stealer. The match was always going to be stellar, considering the talent that was involved in it. However, it seems like it did not just shock the fans in the arena. The arena erupted as The American Nightmare’s music hit as Rollins waited in the ring.

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Cody Rhodes Details Vince McMahon Involvement In His ... (Wrestling Inc.)

In an interview shortly after his WrestleMania return, Cody Rhodes detailed the process that led to his comeback to WWE after six years.

And I want to be the one to get it.” “”But it’s pretty clear what I came back to do,” Rhodes said. “One of the most special parts of it was Bruce and Vince flew down to meet me,” Rhodes revealed.

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Cody Rhodes Breaks Silence On Decision To Return To WWE (Inside The Ropes)

Cody Rhodes has opened up on his reasons for returning to WWE at WrestleMania 38, six years after he parted ways with the company.

The second-generation star remained with the company until May 22nd 2016, when he was released after asking to leave. I understand that now as an adult, but as a kid, that was the only reason I ever wanted to get in, so that I could get what he didn’t get.” “It’s a completely different individual returning to the game.

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Cody Rhodes: WWE return at WrestleMania is 'best for whole ... (Metro)

WWE star Cody Rhodes reveals how his Royal Rumble legacy inspired WrestleMania 38 return after AEW spell - and why it's 'best for business'.

It would be really good to go back in a vindicated type way, to be me and try to be the absolute best wrestlers in the world and prove it here.’ So I didn’t have time to think about it. Everyone who wants to be a wrestler, the dream is putting the belt on in their underwear. ‘I’m one of the only two in that top 10 to not win it. ‘It would probably be what’s best for the whole business, to do this. ‘I told myself I didn’t wanna be a gatekeeper wrestler.

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What Stone Cold Steve Austin told Cody Rhodes after WWE ... (GiveMeSport)

Rhodes was revealed as Seth Rollins' mystery opponent, coming out with his full AEW presentation to beat the former WWE Champion. This all came after Rhodes ...

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WWE video shows Cody Rhodes behind the scenes before ... (New York Post)

Cody Rhodes got the full big-surprise treatment both in front of the camera and behind the scenes at WrestleMania.

I understand that now as an adult, but as a kid, that was the only reason I ever wanted to get in, so that I could get what he didn’t get.” It was a personal matter and we couldn’t move past it.” They were printed as fact and it’s been a very difficult two months to see that, when the reality is it was just time. “It was such a unique experience.” “You chase ’em, you chase ’em. It’s a moment I’ll never forget.” The former All Elite Wrestling executive vice president was hunkered down in his bus with wife Brandi and young daughter Iris Saturday until it was time to perform.

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Cody Rhodes: Behind-the-scenes footage from his WWE ... (GiveMeSport)

WWE has released some brilliant behind-the-scenes footage from Cody Rhodes highly-anticipated WWE return during WrestleMania 38 in Dallas last ngiht.

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Cody Rhodes On Meeting With Triple H After Taking Shots At Him In ... (Wrestling Inc.)

Cody Rhodes speaks about his WWE return and reveals he had a conversation with Triple H just prior to his return match at WrestleMania 38.

I gotta do me and that doesn’t mean not listening to these individuals who have knowledge because all the books if you want to get over in wrestling are usually just here. Just to work and compete without fear because the worst that can happen is you say sorry it won’t happen again but you’ve got to go out. I’m not going to be rude to anybody but I look forward to the first writer to come up to me, I can’t wait. Look around, there’s 50 people monitoring this interview, there’s the Chairman himself, there’s guys like Hunter, there’s Stephanie, there’s dynamic figures, Nick Khan. When you’re a kid, that’s scary even though you talk in the rental cars, I was a kid and to be able to come here and having known what works for me and keeping the disruptive things that I do. I think if anything I want to present myself without fear because when I was here I was a kid, I was scared. The kids are good and now I want to go and do something for me.

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Fascinating Behind-The-Scenes Footage Of Cody Rhodes' Return ... (SPORTbible)

Cody Rhodes is back in the WWE and he made his emotional return to the promotion at WrestleMania 38. Rhodes famously, or rather infamously, ...

That was really touching." "Also to see him healthy. Jeez [wipes tears], this has been a wild, tear-filled weekend but that was just a good moment.

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VIDEO: Behind-the-scenes of Cody Rhodes' return at WrestleMania (POST Wrestling)

WWE has posted a video documenting the behind-the-scenes footage leading to Cody Rhodes' return at WrestleMania.

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Cody Rhodes gets emotional when speaking about his ... (GiveMeSport)

Cody Rhodes started to choke up and get emotional while speaking about his interaction with Triple H backstage before his WWE WrestleMania return.

Once you have subscribed we will use the email you provided to send you the newsletter. Once you have subscribed we will use the email you provided to send you the newsletter. Everybody had come on the bus to say hello, to talk a little bit about what may happen – the very last one was Triple H and, ooo… I was very loud and vociferous and very angry. I destroyed his throne.” Jeez, this has been a wild, tear-filled weekend but that was just a good moment.

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