Undisputed Champion delivers post-show throwback with The Worm in Seattle
Summary
– Cody Rhodes performed The Worm after Friday Night SmackDown ended
– Gave a nod to DEFY Wrestling and reflected on his championship legacy
– Fans reacted to the unexpected throwback moment with surprise and nostalgia
Cody Rhodes gave the Seattle crowd something unforgettable after SmackDown went off the air. Following a heartfelt promo about his journey, his tattoo, and the history behind the WWE Championship, Rhodes surprised fans with an unexpected move.
With his promo done and the crowd cheering, Cody took off his suit and hit the mat to perform The Worm, the classic dance move made famous by Scotty Too Hotty during the Attitude Era. The Undisputed WWE Champion committed to the throwback, drawing loud reactions from the fans inside Climate Pledge Arena.
Earlier in the night, Rhodes delivered an emotional message, telling fans, “I don’t wear a suit because I think I’m somebody. I wear a suit because I want to be somebody,” and name-dropped DEFY Wrestling to show respect for Seattle’s independent scene. But it was his lighthearted tribute afterward that caught fans off guard.
Social media lit up with reactions—some praising the tribute, others just stunned to see Cody break character so completely. Still, he’s having fun as a champion and continuing to connect with fans in unpredictable ways.
