Direct answer: Cody Rhodes’ wife Brandi Rhodes is Black, and she is widely recognized as the first Black woman to hold a top executive position in a North American wrestling promotion, with her marriage to Cody since 2013. This is supported by multiple outlets discussing Brandi’s background and their relationship.
Context and key points:
- Brandi Rhodes, born Brandi Reed, is Cody Rhodes’ wife of many years (married in 2013).[1][2]
- She has been publicly identified as Black and has spoken about experiences related to race within the wrestling industry.[4][1]
- Brandi has held notable roles, including Chief Brand Officer for AEW, marking a historic executive position for a Black woman in North American wrestling.[2][3]
If you’d like, I can pull more recent articles or summarize any specific interviews about Brandi’s experiences and how race has influenced her career and public reception.
Sources
Cody was spotted with his wife Brandi in Orlando
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