Cody Rhodes reflects on getting snubbed from WrestleMania in 2013 to being in the main event in 2023

Cody Rhodes reflects on his past struggles and urges fans to work hard.

Cody Rhodes reflects on getting snubbed from WrestleMania in 2013 to being in the main event in 2023

Cody Rhodes (via WWE)

Cody Rhodes is easily one of the most popular stars in WWE today. He has been a top guy in the company ever since his debut. Now, The American Nightmare is all set to face Roman Reigns in the main event of WrestleMania XL. He went on to reflect on his place on the card of WrestleMania 29.

The Royal Rumble winner replied to a post on X, which is about the time when he was scrapped out of the WrestleMania 29 card. Cody Rhodes reacted to the post by motivating his fans to know their value. He also asked his fans to take the criticism positively. In essence, this optimistic message from the American Nightmare has been generating a lot of buzz on the internet.

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Know your value But beyond that, dig in and do the work and don’t turn a blind eye to valid criticism. We play in a game where you should constantly improve and seek that final form.
Cody Rhodes on X

At WrestleMania 29, the 38-year-old was cut out of the show. It was one of the darkest phases of the young Rhodes. Thereafter, he was a part of the kick-off matches at the Grandest Stage of Them All. However, Rhodes’ road to the top at Show of Shows kicked off at WrestleMania 38, where he returned to WWE after years.

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Besides, the American Nightmare is the top star of the company. He has declared war against the Bloodline in WWE. It is going to be interesting to see how things will go for the American Nightmare on this dynamic road to WrestleMania. Fans are excited to see the story unfold of the star in the biggest match of his career.

Cody Rhodes delivered an emotional promo this week on Raw

Rhodes fervently stated the high stakes of his match at WrestleMania. His battle against Roman Reigns has been personal. It revolves around the story of winning a World Championship in WWE. This week on Raw, the American Nightmare was overwhelmed emotionally while addressing the crowd.

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Cody Rhodes and Michael Cole (via WWE)

Rhodes was interviewed by Michael Cole, who asked about the importance of being able to finish the story. The 38-year-old claimed that this has been a very personal pursuit for him. Although his father, Dusty Rhodes, is no longer able to see him finish his story, he has his mother, who supports him on his journey. Besides, he also mentioned his wife, Brandi Rhodes, saying his story means fulfilling the dreams of all of the people who love him and support him.

My mother. She is the only one I got left. And I can't hand it to Dusty Rhodes, but I certainly can hand it to Michelle Rubio. Or how about my number 1 fan? My wife Brandi Rhodes, the most beautiful woman on the world.
Cody Rhodes on Raw

The American Nightmare is surely on the path to finishing his story. His time in WWE has been rough lately, amid the authority of the Bloodline and The Rock. However, he has the support of Seth Rollins, heading to the Grandest Stage of Them All. Fans are excited to see the outcome of the match at WrestleMania, which will decide the future of the WWE.

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