Cody Rhodes & John Mayer: All In 2018 Story
- Cody Rhodes recently shared the story of how musician John Mayer ended up attending the original all In event.The 2018 show, a pivotal moment that ultimately paved the...
- Rhodes recounted receiving a surprising email at 3:00 a.m.
- According to Rhodes, the bachelor party, including John Mayer, was placed in the middle of an aisle.
In 2018, Cody rhodes received a late-night request that led John Mayer to the sold-out All In show. The presence of the renowned musician, along with a bachelor party, caused a minor fire code issue, but the event ultimately helped give rise to AEW. Learn how Rhodes reacted to Mayer’s manager at 3 a.m. and Mayer’s unexpected appearance became a key part to the evolution of professional wrestling. News Directory 3 covered the behind-the-scenes story of the match that paved the way for a new era. Discover what’s next for Rhodes and AEW.
Cody Rhodes Recalls John Mayer’s Unexpected Appearance at All In
Updated May 30, 2025
Cody Rhodes recently shared the story of how musician John Mayer ended up attending the original all In event.The 2018 show, a pivotal moment that ultimately paved the way for the creation of AEW, saw an unexpected guest in its audience.
Rhodes recounted receiving a surprising email at 3:00 a.m. from John Mayer’s manager. The request? Tickets for a bachelor party to attend the already sold-out All In show. Initially, rhodes thought it was a prank. However, the request turned out to be legitimate.
According to Rhodes, the bachelor party, including John Mayer, was placed in the middle of an aisle. This created a minor obstacle during the show. Rhodes, while wrestling Nick Aldis, noticed Mayer’s prominent position, which would have been problematic in case of an emergency. Despite the seating hiccup,Rhodes called Mayer’s attendance “a realy fun get,” and Mayer even took photos after the event. The success of the original All In played a notable role in launching AEW the following year, marking a pivotal moment for professional wrestling.
What’s next
rhodes continues his wrestling career, while AEW continues to grow, building on the foundation laid by the original All In event.