Cody Rhodes signs five-year WWE contract extension

WWE superstar Cody Rhodes has signed a five-year contract extension with the company. The new agreement allows Rhodes the flexibility to pursue outside projects, such as his acting role as Guile in the upcoming ‘Street Fighter’ film, while maintaining a long-term commitment to the wrestling promotion.

Rhodes has received significant critical praise for his performance in the ‘Street Fighter’ movie, with reviewers noting his comedic timing and scene-stealing presence, despite mixed reviews for the film itself. His expansion into Hollywood is supported by WWE President Nick Khan, who stated that stars like Rhodes and Roman Reigns have earned the right to pursue outside media opportunities.

In the ring, Rhodes remains a central figure in WWE programming. He is currently involved in a rivalry with Randy Orton and is scheduled to challenge Sami Zayn for the championship. Additionally, Rhodes has fueled fan speculation regarding a potential role in the Marvel Cinematic Universe following comments suggesting he is an ‘X-Men’ fan.