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Brandi Rhodes

Brandi Rhodes is an American former professional wrestler, ring announcer, television personality, and business executive.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 27, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Brandi Rhodes is an American former professional wrestler, ring announcer, television personality, and business executive. She is best known for her work in WWE and All Elite Wrestling (AEW), where she also served as chief brand officer and executive vice president. Born Brandi Alexis Reed, she later married wrestler Cody Rhodes.

Early life and education

Brandi Rhodes was born Brandi Alexis Reed in 1983 in the United States. Sources describe her as having studied journalism and broadcasting before entering media and wrestling-related work.

Professional wrestling career

Rhodes entered WWE as a ring announcer and backstage interviewer under the name Eden Stiles. She later worked for other wrestling promotions, including AEW, where she also wrestled.

All Elite Wrestling

In AEW, Rhodes served as chief brand officer and executive vice president while also appearing on screen. She left the company in 2022 and subsequently retired from professional wrestling.

Personal life

Rhodes married Cody Rhodes in 2013. Public biographical sources also note that she has one child.

Key facts

  • Brandi Rhodes began her wrestling career in WWE as a ring announcer under the name Eden Stiles.
  • She later performed in AEW as both an on-screen talent and an executive.
  • She left AEW in February 2022 and retired from professional wrestling.
  • She is married to professional wrestler Cody Rhodes.
  • Her work in wrestling included ring announcing, interviews, and occasional in-ring appearances.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Brandi Rhodes?
Brandi Rhodes is an American former professional wrestler, ring announcer, television personality, and wrestling executive.
What was Brandi Rhodes's WWE name?
In WWE, she performed under the name Eden Stiles.
What did Brandi Rhodes do in AEW?
She worked as a wrestler and also served as chief brand officer and executive vice president.
Is Brandi Rhodes still wrestling?
No. Available sources state that she left AEW in 2022 and retired from professional wrestling.
Who is Brandi Rhodes married to?
She is married to wrestler Cody Rhodes.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brandi_Rhodes
    Supports: Birth name, birth date, occupation, WWE/AEW career, and retirement timing.
  2. All American Speakers — https://www.allamericanspeakers.com/celebritytalentbios/Brandi+Rhodes/454211
    Supports: Journalism education, early media career, WWE ring announcer role, WrestleMania milestone, and AEW executive role.
  3. BET — https://www.bet.com/article/irtbwi/brandi-rhodes-is-just-getting-started
    Supports: WWE beginnings, later work in Impact Wrestling, Ring of Honor, and AEW executive appointment.
  4. Essence — https://www.essence.com/lifestyle/brandi-rhodes-wwe/
    Supports: Marriage to Cody Rhodes, WrestleMania milestone, and retirement from wrestling.