Cody Rhodes Admits Babyface Run Is Almost Over—Reveals When He Might Turn Heel

Cody Rhodes has been WWE’s golden boy for the past few years, but even he knows the cheers won’t last forever.

While speaking to Kay Adams at Fanatics Fest, The American Nightmare opened up about how long he expects to stay a good guy—and admitted the end might be closer than fans think. Rhodes made it clear that being the top babyface has been special, especially with all the moments he’s shared with fans. But eventually, the crowd always wants something new.

“The being a good guy aspect of it—I don’t get tired of it because I get to have all of those moments. I do think we’re probably at the tail end of it though. Because there’s only so much someone can like you. I’d like to do it until the end of my career, but at some point it’s like, ‘Alright, all we do is cheer for him.’ Eventually, fans want to see someone else. I get that. And that’s when you have to change as a character.”

When asked how fans will know he’s finally turning heel, Rhodes said it won’t be subtle—the internet will let him know real fast.

“You’ll know because X and Instagram will hate it. Today, heels are like, ‘Oh, that’s a cool heel, we love John Cena.’ No. If you’re burying it, hating it, and saying you don’t want it on TV—that’s what a real bad guy is.”

As for when that heel turn could happen, Rhodes said fans probably have at least another year, maybe even three—but when it’s time, it’s time.

“I think you’ve got a good solid year, maybe even three years, because I’m not changing until I’m changed. My hair is naturally dark, I don’t know if I can go back. But if The Rock had it his way, I would’ve been changed already. So I think he sees something I don’t see, and that’s a very smart individual—so maybe I follow his lead.”

Earlier this year, The Rock confirmed that he pushed for Rhodes to turn heel, but WWE shut down the idea for now.

Rhodes knows the reality of being a top babyface—it never lasts forever. When the cheers fade and the crowd starts to turn, Cody’s ready to flip the switch—and when he does, it could be one of the biggest moments WWE has seen in years.

Do you want to see Cody Rhodes turn heel? Or should WWE keep riding the babyface wave? Drop your thoughts in the comments and let us know what side you’re on.

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