Cody Rhodes Credits WWE Leaders for Smooth Transition to Hollywood Role
Cody Rhodes highlights the support from Triple H and Nick Khan in facilitating his move from WWE champion to actor in the film Street Fighter.
According to Wrestling Headlines, Cody Rhodes recently spoke about his experience balancing his WWE career with his new role in the Hollywood film Street Fighter, where he portrays the character Guile. Rhodes praised WWE's leadership, specifically Triple H and Nick Khan, for making his transition easier by not requiring a typical injury storyline to explain his absence from wrestling television.
After winning the Undisputed WWE Championship from John Cena at SummerSlam 2025, Rhodes was able to step away from WWE programming to film the movie without the usual wrestling plot devices such as being stretchered out or written off TV. This approach allowed fans to be aware of his film project without disrupting WWE storylines.
Rhodes' comments highlight a shift in WWE's handling of talent pursuing opportunities outside wrestling, reflecting a more flexible and supportive environment under the current leadership.