WWE Star Cody Rhodes and Wife Brandi Announce Birth of Baby Girl

by Talha · August 29, 2025

Brandi Rhodes holding newborn Leilani’s hand beside Cody Rhodes in hospital reveal photo.

You just heard some great news—Cody Rhodes and Brandi Rhodes now have a second daughter named Leilani Ella Runnels! The couple did not tell anyone about this pregnancy, so fans were even more surprised and happy.

Superstars of WWE showed lots of love:

Lillian Garcia: “OMG!!!! So happy for you guys!!!”
Natalya: “Congratulations!!!!!! This is awesome.”
Alexa Bliss: “Yay!! Congrats! So exciting!”

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Birth Announcement

Leilani Ella Runnels

No one thought the Rhodes family would have a new baby. Brandi and Cody Rhodes kept their news secret until Leilani Ella Runnels was born. Fans were shocked because the couple never gave any clues. Some people wonder why they kept it private. In wrestling, families sometimes want to keep things personal. Other wrestlers, like Leah Van Dale and Naomi, have talked about how hard it is to share pregnancy news. They worry about their health and jobs. They also think about how fans will react. Brandi said her first pregnancy was high risk. So, waiting until Leilani was safe made sense for them.

“Welcome to the world Leilani Ella Runnels. We are in love. Thank you God for answered prayers. Cody + Brandi + Libby + Lani = ❤️”

Welcome to the world Leilani Ella Runnels. We are in love. Thank you God for answered prayers. Cody + Brandi + Libby + Lani = ❤️ pic.twitter.com/z0kFJcLM0c
— Brandi Rhodes (@TheBrandiRhodes) August 29, 2025

Cody Rhodes and Family

WWE star Cody Rhodes raising his title belt, symbolizing his ring life amid joyous family news.

The Rhodes family is famous in wrestling. Dusty Rhodes started it all. He became a legend in the ring. He won the NWA World Heavyweight Championship three times. He is in the Wrestling Hall of Fame. Dusty was loved for his charm and kindness. His story still matters in wrestling today.

Cody Rhodes grew up with this legacy. He watched his dad and brother, Dustin, make history. Cody started wrestling early. He won state championships in high school. He wanted to keep the family name strong. Now, Cody is a top WWE star. He is also a proud father. Cody hopes his daughter Liberty will wrestle one day. He wants her to say his famous entrance line. This dream shows how much the Rhodes family loves wrestling.

Brandi and Cody’s family keeps getting bigger. Their first daughter, Liberty, was born in June 2021. They were very happy to share the news with fans. They showed their lives on the reality show “Rhodes To The Top.” Now, Leilani Ella Runnels has joined the family. Their story is even richer now. Every big moment, like their wedding and starting AEW, adds to their journey. Their love and teamwork inspire many people.

The Rhodes family’s legacy, especially Dusty Rhodes, still matters in wrestling. WWE celebrates this history and connects with fans through these stories.

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WWE Champion Status

Cody Rhodes is now the Undisputed WWE Champion. He won the title at WrestleMania XL. Fans were very excited online. Cody’s path to the top included winning the Men’s Royal Rumble twice. He became the 34th Triple Crown Champion in 2024. He also won several Slammy Awards. These include Best Entrance of the Year and Male Superstar of the Year.

Here is a table of his recent wins:

Accomplishment	Year
Men’s Royal Rumble Match	2023, 2024
34th Triple Crown Champion	2024
WarGames Match	Survivor Series 2023
Slammy Awards	2024

Some people wonder if his new baby will change his career. There is no news about any changes yet. Leilani’s birth starts a new chapter for Cody as a champion and dad. This special moment adds more feeling to his WWE stories. Fans feel closer to him because they see his real life.