Why is Cody Rhodes off AEW?

Rhodes is no longer under contract to AEW. He is a free agent, and sources close to the situation have confirmed that his next destination will be back where his career started in WWE. Rhodes is a product of the WWE system, starting with then-developmental Ohio Valley Wrestling in 2006.

Why did Cody Rhodes leaving AEW?

Paul Heyman has weighed in on Cody Rhodes' departure from AEW, saying he believes it was likely due to the promotion not becoming what 'The American Nightmare' originally envisioned.

Is Cody Rhodes leaving AEW a work?

Cody Rhodes Confirms he's working without a contract on January 26, 2022. Amid rumors of infighting with his fellow AEW Executive Vice Presidents, Cody Rhodes confirmed he was working without a contract.

What happen to Cody Rhodes and AEW?

Cody Rhodes leaving AEW and returning to WWE is pro wrestling's biggest story that has yet to happen—and now, it may not happen at all. Rhodes, a former three-time TNT Champion and founding father of AEW, shockingly left the company earlier this year after failing to come to terms on a new contract.

Is Cody Rhodes still part owner of AEW?

During his run in AEW, he became the inaugural holder of the AEW TNT Championship in May 2020, and would win the championship a record three times. After failing to negotiate a new contract, Rhodes relinquished his position as an EVP and he and his wife departed AEW in February 2022.

Who is leaving AEW for WWE?

Two founding members of All Elite Wrestling have decided to depart the company. Cody and Brandi Rhodes both issued statements on Tuesday morning announcing their departure from AEW. The company also released its own statement confirming that the married couple is moving on from the promotion.

Does Cody Rhodes and Brandi Rhodes have kids?

Brandi and Cody Rhodes welcomed their first child into the world on June 18, 2021. Brandi gave birth to a baby girl and named her Liberty Iris Rhodes. The couple first met and became romantically involved with each other during their days signed with WWE. They officially married in September 2013.

When did Cody leave AEW?

Rhodes started 2022 without an AEW contract despite being the reigning TNT Champion and an executive vice president for the young promotion. He officially left the company on Feb. 15, then made his return to the WWE at WrestleMania 38 at the start of April.

Why did Cody Rhodes return to WWE?

In an interview with Variety about returning to WWE, Rhodes said his dream is to do what his father never did—win the WWE championship. Rhodes also addressed the circumstances of his departure from AEW. “I chose to remain silent about my departure from AEW and I'm going to keep my word on that.

Is Cody Rhodes back in WWE?

Cody Rhodes Returns to WWE After Leaving AEW, Beats Seth Rollins at WrestleMania 38. Cody Rhodes made his WWE return on Night 1 of WrestleMania 38 on Saturday after leaving All Elite Wrestling, and he picked up a huge victory as Seth Rollins' surprise opponent.

Where is Kenny Omega now?

Kenny Omega gave an update on his recent injuries and AEW return in an interview with Wrestling Observer Radio. Omega has been out of action since November 2021 to focus on rehabbing a series of nagging injuries.

Did Seth Rollins beat Cody Rhodes at WrestleMania?

Cody Rhodes returns at WWE WrestleMania 38; defeats Seth Rollins.

Who fought Seth Rollins in WrestleMania 38?

WrestleMania 38: Cody Rhodes returns to WWE triumphantly as ex-AEW vice president beats Seth Rollins.

How did Cody and Brandi meet?

2011. The professional wrestlers first met while working for WWE. At the time, Brandi was an announcer named Eden and Cody was wrestling under his Stardust persona.

Is Cody Rhodes Dusty Rhodes son?

Cody and Dustin are real life half-brothers and were once managed by their father, wrestling legend Dusty Rhodes. They were a sub-group of The Elite.