Direct answer: Cody Rhodes’s wife is Brandi Rhodes, and she is Black. Brandi Rhodes has publicly identified as Black and has spoken about the impact of race on her career in wrestling.[1][2]
Additional context:
- Brandi Rhodes and Cody Rhodes have been married since 2013, and Brandi has held notable roles in wrestling, branding, and media.[2][1]
- Recent reports have highlighted Brandi’s experiences and advocacy related to race and representation in wrestling, including remarks about the pressures she faced due to her last name and race.[1][2]
- There are multiple entertainment outlets with varying timelines; for example, coverage in 2025–2026 notes Brandi’s ongoing public presence and family announcements.[5][1]
If you want, I can pull more precise, time-stamped coverage or summarize what Brandi has said about race and her experiences in different years.