Cody Rhodes’ birthday celebration WWE AEW brought together a roster of stars from both major wrestling promotions, highlighting his unique connections across organizations. On June 30, Rhodes marked his 40th birthday in Pittsburgh, where the gathering featured both personal moments and an on-stage mishap that quickly gained attention among fans.
Cody Rhodes Reunites with WWE and AEW Friends for Birthday Event
Recognized for his significant roles in both WWE and AEW, Cody Rhodes has maintained decades-long relationships with peers across these organizations. For his milestone birthday, Rhodes welcomed a close-knit group including his wife Brandi Rhodes, his sister Teil, and his agent Brian Wittenstein. Several notable figures who share history with both promotions were in attendance, such as former WWE stars Cassie Lee (previously Peyton Royce) and Matt Cardona (once known as Zack Ryder). WWE’s Ricky Saints joined the festivities as well, alongside AEW’s QT Marshall, Shawn Spears, and Aaron Solo, adding to the mix of familiar faces from the wrestling world.
After sharing images from the celebration on Instagram, Rhodes commented on the positive atmosphere among guests. “Great birthday, Great People” —Cody Rhodes, WWE Superstar
On-Stage Cake Mishap Captivates Fans During WWE Taping
The highlight of Rhodes’ birthday took place during WWE’s Friday Night SmackDown taping in Pittsburgh. Following the episode, fellow WWE star Jey Uso and a young fan helped mark the occasion by leading the crowd in singing “Happy Birthday” to Rhodes. However, as celebrations concluded, an unexpected misstep occurred when Uso accidentally dropped the birthday cake meant for Rhodes, leading fans in attendance to chant humorously at the former World Heavyweight Champion.
Rhodes, playing along with the moment, teased smashing the cake on Uso’s face, but then chose to hit himself with it instead, turning what could have been an awkward scene into a playful memory. Afterward, Jey Uso addressed the mishap on social media, clarifying he had initially blamed the young fan but later apologized to Rhodes for the error.
Significance of the Birthday Gathering and Viral Moment
This gathering underscored Cody Rhodes’ stature as a central figure capable of bridging personalities from both WWE and AEW during personal milestones. The viral cake incident, which took place in front of a live crowd and was later recounted by those involved, demonstrated how spontaneous moments can quickly capture fan attention and become lasting memories in the wrestling community. Rhodes’ continued connection with prominent figures like Brandi, Jey Uso, Brian Wittenstein, and stars from across both promotions signals ongoing goodwill and camaraderie as he moves forward in his WWE career.
