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Cody Rhodes Honors Brodie Lee in Rochester After WWE Holiday Tour Main Event
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Cody Rhodes used his post-match spotlight in Rochester to honor the late Brodie Lee, transforming a WWE Holiday Tour Street Fight into a tribute rooted in hometown connection. The Undisputed WWE Champion had just retained against Drew McIntyre when he stayed in the ring to address the crowd and acknowledge Lee’s legacy in the city he proudly called home.
Cody Rhodes began by reminding fans that Rochester was Brodie Lee’s hometown, describing him as someone who constantly spoke about how much the city meant to him. He shared that the night felt “full circle,” especially after The Wyatt Sicks appeared in the match. Rhodes admitted he was “getting [his] b**t kicked” before the group showed up, adding that it was “amazing how it all works” and thanking the audience for being part of the moment.
“That’s where Luke Harper… That’s where Brodie Lee came from [crowd chants Brodie Lee’s name]. He was an absolute wonderful representation of this city. He loved this city. He always talked about it, and it’s funny how things work out. I’m out here getting my b**t kicked in, so Wyatt Sicks comes and saves me. It’s amazing how it all these all works. Thank you, guys, for being a part of it.”
The tribute drew immediate chants of Brodie Lee’s name from the crowd, turning the segment into a shared reflection on Lee’s influence years after his passing. Rhodes’ comments blended personal respect with the collective memory of fans, highlighting how deeply Lee’s presence remains felt within the wrestling community.
Cody Rhodes mentioning the legacy of Brodie Lee in his hometown and the crowd starts chanting his name
Such a beautiful moment 💜
(Via @PaulPescrillo #WWERochester)
— FADE (@FadeAwayMedia) December 29, 2025
