Dustin Rhodes, a seasoned wrestler in AEW, carries a rich legacy as the son of the legendary Dusty Rhodes and half-brother to Cody Rhodes, the current Undisputed WWE Champion. Born to Dusty’s first wife, Sandra McHargue, Dustin has shared the wrestling spotlight with his half-brother Cody, whose mother is Dusty’s second wife, Michelle Rubio. Their sister, Teil Runnels, recently celebrated her birthday, drawing many well-wishes including a heartfelt message from Dustin himself on social media.
Currently sidelined due to a double knee replacement surgery, Dustin Rhodes secured the AEW TNT Championship at the All In: Texas event by defeating Sammy Guevara, Daniel Garcia, and Kyle Fletcher. However, his title reign was short-lived, as Kyle Fletcher claimed the championship from him after just 19 days during an episode of Collision.
Cody Rhodes Advocates for Dustin’s WWE Hall of Fame Induction
In a recent interview with Fox News, Cody Rhodes expressed his strong belief that Dustin deserves recognition in the WWE Hall of Fame. Emphasizing his brother’s talent and the significance of the family legacy, Cody highlighted how important the Hall of Fame is to their family, calling it a prestigious honor alongside championship titles.
“I think he’s extremely talented. I think I’d like to see that not just because I believe he deserves it, which he does, but I’d love to see the family just more added. The Hall of Fame doesn’t mean the same to everybody if that makes any sense. To my family, the Hall of Fame is the thing – the title and then the Hall of Fame.” said Cody. —Cody Rhodes, WWE Superstar
Looking ahead, Dustin’s future in professional wrestling remains uncertain. Should he consider a return to WWE, there are doubts about whether Triple H would permit him to compete actively in the ring, given his current physical condition and surgery recovery. Still, his legacy as a former Dustin Rhodes AEW TNT Champion and a respected industry figure continues to resonate with fans and peers alike.
