In a recent interview with Fox News, Cody Rhodes shared his thoughts on the current state of WWE as WrestleMania 40 approaches.
Rhodes will team with WWE World Heavyweight Champion Seth Rollins to face off against The Rock and Undisputed WWE Universal Champion Roman Reigns at WrestleMania 40 (Night One), while Rhodes will challenge Reigns for the Undisputed WWE Universal Title on the second night.
Rhodes said, “I’ve heard it coined as the Renaissance Era, and I really like that outlook on it. For me, as a wrestler, I’m most excited that we no longer have to stand in the shadow of the Attitude Era because of the last two years we’ve done better business than they ever did — and they did exceptional, unbelievable, amazing business. I’m only making comparisons on a black and white level, dollars and cents, in terms of what WWE’s been able to do over the last two years.”
He continued, “I mentioned Renaissance because of all the things we’re trying, the changing of the programming and also the characters. They now appeal differently. Every year has its signature thing. There was Hulkamania — eat your vitamins and say your prayers. There was the Attitude Era — the (Jerry) Springer-type crash TV. Now, we have a more, reach-across-the-aisle and connect-to-the-audience-type relatable superstars. We still have larger than life, no doubt, but that’s all going into this very, like I said, Renaissance Era.”
As WrestleMania 40 approaches, Cody Rhodes, a prominent wrestler in the WWE, recently shared his thoughts on the current state of the company in an interview with Fox News. Rhodes, who will be teaming up with WWE World Heavyweight Champion Seth Rollins to face off against The Rock and Undisputed WWE Universal Champion Roman Reigns on Night One of WrestleMania 40, will also challenge Reigns for the Undisputed WWE Universal Title on the second night.
Rhodes expressed his excitement about what he referred to as the “Renaissance Era” in WWE. He believes that this era allows wrestlers to step out of the shadow of the Attitude Era and thrive on their own merits. Rhodes stated, “For me, as a wrestler, I’m most excited that we no longer have to stand in the shadow of the Attitude Era because of the last two years we’ve done better business than they ever did.”
Comparing the current era to previous ones, Rhodes highlighted the changes in programming and characters that have made WWE more appealing and relatable to a wider audience. He mentioned that each era has its own signature elements, such as Hulkamania and the Attitude Era. However, he believes that the current era is characterized by a reach-across-the-aisle approach and a focus on connecting with the audience.
Rhodes emphasized that while WWE still has larger-than-life characters, there is now a balance between relatability and spectacle. He described this era as a “Renaissance Era,” where WWE is trying new things and evolving its programming to appeal to a diverse audience.
The success of WWE over the past two years has been remarkable, according to Rhodes. He acknowledged that the Attitude Era achieved exceptional business, but he believes that WWE’s recent accomplishments surpass those of the past. Rhodes clarified that he is comparing the success in terms of dollars and cents, highlighting the financial achievements of the company.
In conclusion, Cody Rhodes’s interview sheds light on the current state of WWE as WrestleMania 40 approaches. He expresses his excitement about the “Renaissance Era” and the opportunities it presents for wrestlers to thrive. Rhodes believes that WWE’s recent success surpasses that of previous eras, and he credits the company’s ability to connect with a diverse audience as a key factor in this achievement. As fans eagerly anticipate WrestleMania 40, it will be interesting to see how this “Renaissance Era” continues to shape the future of WWE.