Cody Rhodes

Biography

Cody Garrett Runnels Rhodes is an American professional wrestler and actor who stands as one of the central figures in modern sports entertainment. After returning to WWE in 2022 and "finishing the story" by defeating Roman Reigns at WrestleMania XL, he cemented himself as the face of the company. In 2026, Rhodes' year began with a shocking twist. On the January 9, 2026 episode of SmackDown in Berlin, he lost the Undisputed WWE Championship to Drew McIntyre in a grueling "Three Stages of Hell" match. The loss was controversial, heavily influenced by the interference of a returning Jacob Fatu, sparking rumors of a darker character evolution for Rhodes as he begins his "chase" heading into WrestleMania 42. Beyond the ring, 2026 marks his major break into blockbuster cinema. Industry trades have reported that Rhodes has been cast as the iconic military fighter Guile in the live-action "Street Fighter" movie (October 2026), joining a cast that reportedly includes 50 Cent and Noah Centineo. This role pays homage to his long-standing love for video games and gaming culture.