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The American Nightmare might not only turn heel but also introduce a brand-new Hollywood-inspired persona, adding a fresh layer to his character and possibly aligning with none other than The Rock.
🎥 Cody Rhodes Enters Hollywood – New Persona Incoming?
Buzz around Cody Rhodes recently surged when he was spotted in the trailer for the upcoming movie The Naked Gun, set to release on August 1. With WWE Superstars like The Rock, Hulk Hogan, and The Miz successfully incorporating their Hollywood success into their heel personas, fans believe Cody could follow suit.
Rhodes turning heel and adopting a “Hollywood Nightmare” gimmick — possibly donning darker attire and a new attitude — could elevate his standing and freshen his character ahead of a major title run.
🤝 Will Cody Rhodes Align with The Rock?
Earlier this year, The Rock made a cryptic offer to Rhodes — asking for his “soul.” While Cody declined at the time, he recently hinted that the deal might still be on the table. With The Rock’s “Final Boss” character gaining heat, an alliance with Cody could lead to a blockbuster storyline that shifts the power balance in WWE.
Imagine Rhodes turning on Randy Orton at Night of Champions, with help from The Rock. This could be the ultimate betrayal and the official beginning of Rhodes’ heel era — a long-anticipated move since his AEW days.
👑 Cody Rhodes in the King of the Ring Tournament
Cody Rhodes has advanced to the semi-finals of the King of the Ring 2025 tournament, where he may face Randy Orton or Sami Zayn. While many fans expect Orton to turn on Cody, WWE could flip the script by having Rhodes betray Orton instead — aligning with The Rock to win the crown and secure a title shot.
Such a heel turn could also set up Jey Uso or LA Knight to become WWE’s next major babyface, offering a fresh dynamic on the roster.
🎙️ WWE Veteran Criticizes Rhodes & Orton Booking
On Sportskeeda Wrestling’s BroDown, former WWE writer Vince Russo criticized WWE’s decision to book Rhodes and Orton in the King of the Ring semi-finals:
“Does Randy Orton or Cody Rhodes really need to be winning King of the Ring? This just shows you that nobody is over. They keep going back to the same people.”
His criticism underscores the need for new storylines and character developments — something a heel Cody Rhodes could deliver.
🔮 What's Next for The American Nightmare?
With Night of Champions approaching and Cody gaining momentum both in WWE and Hollywood, the stage is perfectly set for a surprising and memorable heel turn. Whether it’s a betrayal of Orton, an alliance with The Rock, or a complete character overhaul, Cody Rhodes may be about to rewrite his legacy in the WWE.
Fans will have to wait and see whether The American Nightmare becomes the Hollywood Nightmare — and what chaos that may unleash.
