Cody Rhodes announced on his personal Twitter account that he has asked for his release from WWE. He posted this on Twitter:
“The past ten years have been quite the trek, but as of earlier today, I have asked for my release from @WWE. I’ll speak further on the matter shortly. Thank you to all the pro-wrestling/sports entertainment fans worldwide. Thank you.”
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Rhodes started with WWE in 2006 and trained in OVW before being called up to the main roster in July of 2007. He would go on to be a part of “Legacy” with Ted Dibiase Jr and Randy Orton. Lately, Rhodes has been working as Stardust on the main roster. During his time with the company, he was a two-time Intercontinental Champion, three-time WWE Tag Team Champion, and three-time World Tag Team Champion.
WWE has yet to officially comment on Rhodes’ request for his release.