Cody Rhodes - Pro Wrestlers Database
WWE Championship
WWE Triple Crown Champion

On this page, you find the full wrestling profile of Cody Rhodes, with his Career History, real name, age, height and weight, the Promotions he worked for, all the Face/Heel turns, the Championship Titles he won, his Finishers, Theme Songs, Tag Teams and Stables, his appearance changes through the years, and more.

Cody Garrett Runnels Rhodes (born Cody Garrett Runnels) was born in Marietta, Georgia on June 30, 1985, and he is currently 40 years old.

He is currently working for World Wrestling Entertainment on the SmackDown brand under the ring name of Cody Rhodes, and he is the reigning WWE Champion, holding the title for 24 days.

Cody Rhodes is a 4-time World Champion, and has won a total of 20 championships in major promotions during his career. He is also a 2-time Royal Rumble winner, 1-time King Of The Ring winner and WWE Triple Crown Champion.

He was the AEW Executive Vice President.

Profile Info

  • GenderMale
  • Real NameCody Garrett Runnels Rhodes (born Cody Garrett Runnels)
  • Ring Names
    • Cody Rhodes (November 7, 2020 - Present)
    • Fuego II (October 26, 2021 - January 4, 2022)
    • Cody (September 11, 2016 - November 6, 2020)
    • Cody Rhodes (May 23, 2016 - September 10, 2016)
    • Stardust (June 16, 2014 - May 22, 2016)
    • Cody Rhodes (November 14, 2011 - June 15, 2014)
    • "Undashing" Cody Rhodes (February 25, 2011 - November 13, 2011)
    • "Dashing" Cody Rhodes (May 25, 2010 - February 24, 2011)
    • Cody Rhodes (July 2, 2007 - May 24, 2010)
    • Cody Runnels (June 16, 2006 - July 1, 2007)
  • Born June 30, 1985 (age 40)
  • NationalityNationality: United StatesUnited States
  • Birth PlaceMarietta, Georgia
  • Billed From
    • Atlanta, Georgia (May 23, 2016 - Present)
    • The Fifth Dimension (June 16, 2014 - May 22, 2016)
    • Marietta, Georgia (June 16, 2006 - June 15, 2014)
  • Height 6 ft 2 in (188 cm)
  • Weight
    • 220 lbs (100 kg)
  • NicknamesThe American Nightmare; The Son of a Son of a Plumber; The Prince of Dark Matter, The Star That Left Them in the Dust; (Un)Dashing
  • NotesHe was the AEW Executive Vice President.

Career History

  • Roles

    • Wrestler (June 16, 2006 - Present)
    • Director of Operation (January 1, 2019 - February 15, 2022)
  • Promotions History

    Promotionfromto
    PromotionWorld Wrestling EntertainmentWWEBrand SmackDown April 7, 2024Present
    PromotionWorld Wrestling EntertainmentWWEBrand Raw April 2, 2022April 6, 2024
    PromotionAll Elite WrestlingAEWJanuary 1, 2019February 15, 2022
    PromotionNew Japan Pro WrestlingNJPWBrand Heavyweight December 10, 2016January 4, 2019
    PromotionRing of HonorROHDecember 2, 2016December 15, 2018
    PromotionTotal Nonstop ActionTNAOctober 2, 2016March 30, 2017
    PromotionGlobal Force WrestlingGFWNovember 25, 2016March 30, 2017
    PromotionWorld Wrestling EntertainmentWWEAugust 29, 2011May 22, 2016
    PromotionWorld Wrestling EntertainmentWWEBrand SmackDown April 27, 2010August 28, 2011
    PromotionWorld Wrestling EntertainmentWWEBrand Raw July 2, 2007April 26, 2010
    PromotionOhio Valley WrestlingOVWJune 16, 2006August 1, 2007
  • Images History

    Apr 2022
    Apr 2022
    Nov 2020
    Nov 2020
    Sep 2020
    Sep 2020
    Dec 2017
    Dec 2017
    May 2016
    May 2016
    Jan 2015
    Jan 2015
    Jun 2014
    Jun 2014
    Aug 2013
    Aug 2013
    Dec 2012
    Dec 2012
    Nov 2011
    Nov 2011
    Feb 2011
    Feb 2011
    Jun 2006
    Jun 2006
  • Face / Heel Turns

    AlignmentDetailsfromto
    FaceJuly 7, 2018Present
    HeelDecember 2, 2016July 6, 2018
    FaceMarch 31, 2017February 23, 2017
    HeelAugust 25, 2014March 30, 2017
    FaceJuly 15, 2013August 24, 2014
    HeelJune 29, 2008July 14, 2013
    FaceJune 16, 2006June 28, 2008
  • Card Positions

    StatusDetailsfromto
    SD Upper CardMay 24, 2025Present
    SD InactiveHiatus post-WrestleManiaApril 21, 2025May 23, 2025
    SD Upper CardJanuary 28, 2023April 20, 2025
    RAW InjuredPectoral muscle tearJune 6, 2022January 27, 2023
    RAW Upper CardApril 2, 2022June 5, 2022
    AEW Mid CardSeptember 23, 2020February 15, 2022
    AEW InactiveHiatusAugust 22, 2020September 22, 2020
    AEW Mid CardNovember 10, 2019August 21, 2020
    AEW Upper CardFebruary 23, 2017November 9, 2019
    NJPW Mid CardNJPW bookings/TNA hiatusJanuary 4, 2017February 22, 2017
    TNA Upper CardOctober 2, 2016October 27, 2016
    WWE Low CardApril 4, 2016May 21, 2016
    WWE Mid CardFebruary 15, 2016April 3, 2016
    WWE Low CardMay 4, 2015February 14, 2016
    WWE Mid CardOctober 6, 2013May 3, 2015
    WWE InactiveKayfabe firingSeptember 3, 2013October 5, 2013
    WWE Mid CardDecember 10, 2012September 2, 2013
    WWE InjuredConcussion/Strained shoulderNovember 14, 2012December 9, 2012
    SD Mid CardNovember 13, 2012
    SD InjuredBroken noseJanuary 22, 2011February 24, 2011
    SD Mid CardOctober 12, 2009January 21, 2011
    RAW Upper CardJanuary 25, 2009October 11, 2009
    RAW Mid CardOctober 15, 2007January 24, 2009
    RAW Low CardJuly 30, 2007October 14, 2007
    RAW Mid CardJuly 2, 2007July 29, 2007
  • Finishers

    • Cross Rhodes / Queen's Crossbow - Rolling Cutter (January 12, 2009 - Present)
    • Cody Cutter - Springboard Cutter (May 25, 2019 - Present)
    • Co-D - with Jey Uso - Flapjack + Cody Cutter combination (October 7, 2023 - November 26, 2023)
    • Figure-four Leglock (July 19, 2016 - April 1, 2022)
    • Din's Fire - Inverted Gory Special Backbreaker Drop (October 2, 2016 - December 31, 2018)
    • American Nightmare - Inverted Indian Deathlock (October 2, 2016 - March 30, 2017)
    • Dark Matter - Armhook Legsweep Reverse STO (June 16, 2014 - May 22, 2016)
    • Diamond Dust - Forward Somersault Three-quarter Facelock Jawbreaker (June 16, 2014 - December 31, 2014)
    • Moonsault (January 12, 2009 - December 31, 2012)
    • Silver Spoon DDT - Flowing DDT (July 2, 2007 - January 11, 2009)
  • Theme Songs

    • Theme Song"Kingdom" by Downstait - Single (May 5, 2021 - Present)
    • Theme Song"Into the Sun" by Mikey Rukus - with Fuego I - Team (October 26, 2021 - January 4, 2022)
    • Theme Song"Kingdom (Remix)" by Downstait feat. Snoop Dogg - Single (January 6, 2021 - May 4, 2021)
    • Theme Song"Kingdom" by Downstait - Single (August 16, 2016 - January 5, 2021)
    • Theme Song"Written in the Stars" by Jim Johnston - Single (June 16, 2014 - May 22, 2016)
    • Theme Song"Gold and Smoke" by Jim Johnston - with Goldust - Team (November 21, 2013 - June 1, 2014)
    • Theme Song"Smoke and Mirrors (Remix)" by Jim Johnston - Single (November 14, 2011 - June 1, 2014)
    • Theme Song"Only One Can Judge" by Jim Johnston - Single (March 18, 2011 - November 4, 2011)
    • Theme Song"Smoke & Mirrors" by TV/TV - Single (July 9, 2010 - March 11, 2011)
    • Theme Song"Out to Kill" by Billy Lincoln - Single (March 15, 2010 - July 2, 2010)
    • Theme Song"It's a New Day" by Adelitas Way - Single (June 1, 2009 - March 14, 2010)
    • Theme Song"Priceless" by Jim Johnston - with Ted DiBiase Jr. - Team (June 29, 2008 - May 31, 2009)

Titles & Accomplishments

  • Career Awards

  • World Wrestling Entertainment

    Ring of Honor

    National Wrestling Alliance

    All Elite Wrestling

    New Japan Pro Wrestling

    Global Force Wrestling

  • Alpha-1 Wrestling

    • 1 A1 Tag Team Championship (with Ethan Page)

    Bullet Proof Wrestling

    • 1 BPW Championship

    Northeast Wrestling

    • 1 NEW Heavyweight Championship

    Ohio Valley Wrestling

    • 1 OVW Heavyweight Championship
    • 1 OVW Television Championship
    • 2 OVW Southern Tag Team Championship (with Shawn Spears)

    WhatCulture Pro Wrestling

    • 1 WCPW Internet Championship
  • Other Accomplishments

    • WWE Tag Team Championship No. 1 Contender's Tournament Winner (2012 – with Damien Sandow)
    • WWE Slammy Award - Male Superstar of the Year (2024, 2025)
    • WWE Slammy Award - Tag Team of the Year (2013 - with Goldust)
    • WWE Slammy Award - Match of the Year (2025 - vs. Roman Reigns at WrestleMania XL)
    • WWE Slammy Award - Rivalry of the Year (2024 - vs. Roman Reigns)
    • WWE Slammy Award - Best Entrance of the Year (2024)
    • WWE Slammy Award - Most Memorable Entrance (2025 - at WrestleMania XL)
    • WWE Slammy Award - Mic Drop of the Year (2025 - for telling The Rock "Go F*** Yourself")
    • WWE Slammy Award - Outstanding Achievement of Baby Oil Application (2010)
    • WWE on FOX Fans' Choice Award - Match of the Year (2022 - vs. Seth Rollins, Hell in a Cell)
    • AEW TNT Championship Tournament Winner (2020)
    • AEW Dynamite Award - Best Moment on the Mic (2020 - for accepting Dog Collar match, Dynamite 09/30)
    • ROH Wrestler of the Year (2017)
    • ROH Feud of the Year (2018 – vs. Kenny Omega)
    • OVW Triple Crown Champion
    • PWI Wrestler of the Year (2024)
    • PWI Match of the Year (2019 – vs. Dustin Rhodes at Double or Nothing; 2022 - vs. Seth Rollins, Hell in a Cell Match at Hell in a Cell; 2024 - vs. Roman Reigns, Bloodline Rules Match at WrestleMania XL)
    • PWI Most Popular Wrestler of the Year (2023, 2024)
    • PWI Inspirational Wrestler of the Year (2024)
    • PWI Most Improved Wrestler of the Year (2008)
    • 1° in the PWI 500 (2024)
    • WON United States/Canada MVP (2023)
    • CBS Sports Promo of the Year (2019 – for "Silver spoon" promo on AEW Dynamite 11/07)
    • CBS Sports Smack Talker of the Year (2019)
    • ESPN ESPY Award - Best WWE Moment of the Year (2022 – for returning to WWE at WrestleMania 38)
    • Georgia State Tournament Champion at 189 pounds weight class (2003, 2004 - Amateur wrestling)

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