Cody Rhodes Discusses AEW Departure, Family Legacy, WWE Return

WWE superstar Cody Rhodes credits his wife, Brandi Rhodes, for her unwavering support throughout his wrestling career, which has seen him rise from a struggling persona to a major WWE star. Cody recently launched a podcast called What Do You Wanna Talk About?, where he discussed personal memories including a missing red leather jacket belonging to their late father, WWE Hall of Famer Dusty Rhodes, appealing to his brother Dustin to help locate it. Cody and Brandi also opened up about their departure from AEW in 2022, revealing they were 'rewritten' creatively during their time there, with Brandi humorously likening herself to a 'wicked stepmother.' Meanwhile, former rival Aleister Black, who recently joined WWE, expressed eagerness to resume his storyline with Cody, praising him as a consummate professional and a marquee player. Cody's journey from AEW co-founder to a leading WWE figure highlights his resilience and the integral role his family plays in his career and legacy.