On a recent episode of The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, Cody Rhodes shared the emotional story behind his WrestleMania win with his mom. The talk show host congratulated Rhodes on his victory, calling it a great year for him. WrestleMania 40 was an unforgettable event, breaking records as the most-watched WrestleMania ever, with an estimated 600 million viewers. Rhodes credited the new management team, including Triple H, Nick Khan, and Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, for making his success possible. He compared this era of WWE to the Record Era, as records continue to be broken.
Rhodes then opened up about his personal connection to the wrestling industry. He revealed that his dad, at Madison Square Garden in 1978, had won a match against “Superstar” Billy Graham but didn’t leave with the title due to the nature of pro wrestling. As an eight-year-old, Rhodes admired the championship belt and was determined to achieve that same goal. It took him quite some time, but he finally captured the title and had the opportunity to share the moment with his mom in the ring.
Jimmy Fallon showed pictures of Rhodes with his dad and his daughter, emphasizing the family’s wrestling legacy. Rhodes acknowledged that his daughter, Liberty, associates every show he does with WrestleMania, making every event special. The talk show host then mentioned Rhodes attending his 20th high school reunion, which turned out to be a memorable experience. While some attendees requested photos with him, they were disappointed that he hadn’t brought the championship belt. Rhodes humorously admitted that only his high school drama club friends, who were real and supportive, took a photo with him.
Fallon and Rhodes talked about his upcoming appearance at Saturday Night Main Event on NBC and teased some surprises. Rhodes revealed that his opponent for the event is Kevin Owens. Fallon couldn’t resist bringing up the ongoing feud between Rhodes and Owens, particularly Owens’ aversion to Rhodes wearing suits. Rhodes playfully insinuated that Owens might feel insecure about his own manhood. Overall, the segment was filled with laughter and lighthearted banter.
Fans of WWE and talk shows alike enjoyed the lively and emotional conversation between Cody Rhodes and Jimmy Fallon. This episode of The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon showcased the excitement and passion that surrounds WrestleMania and demonstrated the close-knit relationships formed within the wrestling community. With its energetic atmosphere and engaging guests like Cody Rhodes, The Tonight Show continues to captivate and entertain viewers.
