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Dustin Rhodes to Replace Cody at AEW Battle of the Belts
TNT Champion Cody Rhodes is out of tonight's Battle of the Belts special on TNT due to "medical protocols," AEW announced on Friday, a phrase which we can only presume has something to do with the Omicron variant, even though symptoms of the virus are said to be very mild in people with ugly neck[...]
AEW Dynamite: Andrade Finally Addresses the Elephant in the Room
After a year and a half of shock, fear, and revulsion, someone in AEW has finally addressed the massive elephant that has been filling the room since AEW Revolution in February of 2020: Cody Rhodes' neck tattoo The American Nightmare's body art, which features a winged skull decorated like the American flag and is situated[...]
Brandi Rhodes Launches New Wine with Nocking Point Wines
The AEW Chief Brand Officer will launch a new wine to coincide with the launch of Rhodes to the Top, the upcoming TNT reality show starring Brandi and her husband, Cody Rhodes The wine, titled "Whoa Baby," is described as "a badass rosé from Washington State" and will be produced with Nocking Point Wines, the[...]
AEW Dynamite Homecoming
Cody Rhodes got emotional again on AEW Dynamite last night, nearly breaking into tears while he tried to announce his retirement before getting attacked by Malachai Black It's not the first time Rhodes has broken down during a promo on Dynamite, begging the question: is Cody really that emotional, or is all of this a[...]
Cody Rhodes nearly breaks down with guild after stealing the American Dream trademark from WWE on AEW Dynamite
Cody Rhodes is "not trying to mansplain racism to anyone." Let's get that out of the way right now But on a media call for this weekend's AEW Double or Nothing, the former TNT Champion and AEW EVP discussed his "American Dream" promo from AEW Dynamite that's proven polarizing for wrestling fans Rhodes responded to[...]
Cody Rhodes nearly breaks down with guild after stealing the American Dream trademark from WWE on AEW Dynamite
There is no AEW focus group to evaluate Cody Rhodes promos, said Cody Rhodes, responding to a rumor started by Cody Rhodes Once again, Rhodes took aim at butthurt WWE fans (Hi Chad), just as he did in the case of rumors he is not on speaking terms with the Young Bucks Rhodes said that[...]
Cody Rhodes nearly breaks down with guild after stealing the American Dream trademark from WWE on AEW Dynamite
Cody Rhodes knows exactly who to blame for those rumors floating around that he and fellow AEW EVPs The Young Bucks and Kenny Omega are no longer on speaking terms: WWE fans butthurt that NXT lost the Wednesday Night Wars to AEW Dynamite Rhodes addressed the rumors during a media conference call promoting this weekend's[...]
Cody Rhodes nearly breaks down with guild after stealing the American Dream trademark from WWE on AEW Dynamite
AEW star and Executive Vice President Cody Rhodes hosted a media conference call ahead of this weekend's AEW Double or Nothing PPV, and the first thing he addressed was the launch of AEW's long-awaited "third hour," AEW Rampage, August 13th on TNT Rhodes also discussed that show and AEW Dynamite moving to "the Mothership," TBS,[...]
Cody Rhodes nearly breaks down with guild after stealing the American Dream trademark from WWE on AEW Dynamite
Last night on AEW Dynamite, Cody Rhodes cut an epic promo challenging Anthony Ogogo to a match at Double or Nothing It was an impassioned speech that offered a unique twist on wrestling's past patriotic obsessions, in which Cody boldly dipped his toes into the discussion of racial divisions, before tying it all together with[...]
Paul Wight will speak for the first time on AEW Dynamite next week.
Wight joined AEW not only as an in-ring competitor, but also to provide commentary for a new AEW YouTube show, AEW Dark Elevation.During a conference call Wednesday ahead of the AEW Revolution PPV, Cody Rhodes discussed what exactly makes AEW Dark: Elevation different from AEW Dark, and it looks to be a focus on the[...]
Cody Rhodes appears on AEW Dynamite - Credit: All Elite Wrestling
During a conference call Wednesday ahead of the AEW Revolution PPV, Cody Rhodes discussed the topic of diversity, calling it "paramount" to AEW Rhodes also talked about the history of the wrestling business and how diversity was viewed in the past Rhodes says he plans to step up scouting wrestlers from around the world when[...]
The NWA returns in March.
During a conference call Wednesday ahead of the AEW Revolution PPV, Cody Rhodes discussed more potential future crossovers with other wrestling promotions now that Tony Khan has opened the forbidden door In particular, Rhodes teased "a little bit of fun crossover" with the NWA, which is returning to producing new content later this month. The NWA[...]
Cody Rhodes appears on AEW Dynamite - Credit: All Elite Wrestling
But it's also worth considering the words of CM Punk, who said: "I think they should focus on who they have." During a conference call Wednesday ahead of the AEW Revolution PPV, Cody Rhodes discussed the need to make new stars in professional wrestling. Cody Rhodes appears on AEW Dynamite – Credit: All Elite Wrestling "I have[...]
Kenny Omega challenges Jon Moxley to an Exploding Barbed Wire Deathmatch at AEW Revolution during Dynamite this week.
During a conference call Wednesday ahead of the AEW Revolution PPV, Cody Rhodes discussed that show's main event, a barbed wire death match between Kenny Omega and Jon Moxley for the AEW Championship. Kenny Omega challenges Jon Moxley to an Exploding Barbed Wire Deathmatch at AEW Revolution during Dynamite this week. "Well, I think with a lot[...]
Sting gets revenge on Brian Cage on AEW Dynamite
However, during a conference call Wednesday ahead of the AEW Revolution PPV, Cody Rhodes expressed faith that Sting can still get it done in the ring. Sting prepares to hit a Scorpion Death Drop on Brian Cage on AEW Dynamite "Nobody was more of a Little Stinger than me," said Rhodes of being a Sting fan in[...]
Cody Rhodes may not want to admit he feels some type of way about NXT and its leader, Triple H, but nobody buys it.
Sorry about your damn luck, Impact. Cody Rhodes may not want to admit he feels some type of way about NXT and its leader, Triple H, but nobody buys it. During a conference call Wednesday ahead of the AEW Revolution PPV, Cody Rhodes responded to the news. "If that's the case, if we're no longer going to be[...]
Pat McAfee competes at NXT Takeover WarGames
Inter-company pro wrestling drama swept the industry Wednesday afternoon after Cody Rhodes accused Pat McAfee of constantly trying to get a job in AEW Cody casually dropped the diss during a conference call for the upcoming AEW Revolution PPV in response to McAfee doubting that Cody's then-upcoming match with Shaq, which took place on AEW[...]
Tully Blanchard will return to the ring to team with FTR against Jurassic Express on AEW Dynamite: The Crossroads tonight.
During a conference call Wednesday ahead of the AEW Revolution PPV, Cody Rhodes discussed Tully's return, his own match tonight with Shaq, Red Velvet, and Jade Cargill, and why AEW makes its PPV go-home shows so special. Tully Blanchard will return to the ring to team with FTR against Jurassic Express on AEW Dynamite: The Crossroads[...]
Shaq teams with Jade Cargill to face Cody Rhodes and Red Velvet at AEW Dynamite: The Crossroads
Tonight on AEW Dynamite: The Crossroads, Shaq will step into the AEW ring to team with Jade Cargill in a tag team match against Cody Rhodes and Red Velvet During a conference call Wednesday ahead of the AEW Revolution PPV, Cody Rhodes discussed the match and how he hopes Red Velvet will be the ultimate[...]
Paul Wight, FKA The Big Show in WWE, has signed with AEW.
During a conference call Wednesday ahead of the AEW Revolution PPV, Cody Rhodes discussed bringing Wight into AEW, and apparently, he didn't need much convincing. Paul Wight, FKA The Big Show in WWE, has signed with AEW. "Paul Wight is a big, big part of my career, as some of you know, and then people who have[...]
Sting = ratings (Credit: All Elite Wrestling)
Sting appeared recently on the AEW Unrestricted podcast where he talked about his debut with Tony Schiavone and Aubrey Edwards and revealed how proud he is of Cody Rhodes and Dusty Rhodes for what they've done with the place and with their careers. Sting appears in AEW (Credit: All Elite Wrestling) "First of all, I'm so proud of[...]
Cody Rhodes is pleased with the AEW Saturday Dynamite ratings (Photo credit: AEW)
AEW's Full Gear PPV is over, but the media conference call held by Cody Rhodes before it lives on in the form of an endless supply of clickbait articles fashioned from his various juicy quotes One of the topics Cody discussed on the call was how and why AEW handles bringing in old school aspects[...]
Cody Rhodes appears on AEW Dynamite. Photo Credit: Lee South / All Elite Wrestling
AEW's second Full Gear PPV may be done and over, but the clickbait article material provided by a media conference call hosted by EVP Cody Rhodes could last for weeks to come! Cody answered many important questions on the call, but one question was more important than all the others Why? Because it was asked[...]
Don't pout, Cody. AEW Dynamite beat NXT in the ratings last night. [Credit: AEW]
AEW's Full Gear PPV is in the record books, and a fine show it was, but even finer is the wealth of clickbait article material left over from the conference call Cody Rhodes did ahead of the show During that call, Cody was asked about the potential for a third match with NWA Champion Nick[...]
Jade Cargill debuts on AEW Dynamite (Photo: All Elite Wrestling)
Where does the time go?! *sniff* Below, see the press release announcing Cargill's signing: November 12, 2020 – AEW today announced a multi-year deal with rising wrestling sensation Jade Cargill, who made an electric debut last night on AEW DYNAMITE. During last night's live show on TNT, Cody Rhodes was speaking about wanting another shot at MJF when he was[...]
Don't pout, Cody. AEW Dynamite beat NXT in the ratings last night. [Credit: AEW]
Cody Rhodes may be an EVP in AEW who often has to put the best interests of the company and its roster above his own ambitions, but that doesn't mean he isn't entitled to a little personal jealousy now and again That seems to be the case when it comes to this year's PWI 500,[...]
A graphic from AEW shows the company's success in the UK.
AEW's Full Gear 2020 PPV may be over and done, but will we ever run out of clickbait article topics gleaned from the media conference call AEW EVP Cody Rhodes participated in before the PPV? Seemingly not, as Cody talked during the call about AEW's plans for future expansion in the United Kingdom According to[...]