You can add Cody Rhodes and Eden to the list of talents released by WWE, either by way of the company, or of their own accord.
And now comes Cody Rhodes.
Cody Rhodes started posting a couple tweets earlier this month like this...
and it finally culminated with him asking for his release days before Extreme Rules.🎼Back beat, the word was on the street— Cody Rhodes (@StardustWWE) May 10, 2016
That the fire in your heart is out...🎼 #RAW pic.twitter.com/sHBCQ0Ch9W
Just days later, it was announced that WWE came to terms with Cody Rhodes, and granted him his release. After it was annoucned, Cody released his own answer as to why he asked for and was granted his release.(1/2) The past ten years have been quite the trek, but as of earlier today I have asked for my release from @WWE— Hyrule Husky (@PrinceCGR) May 21, 2016
Now, days after that incident, WWE announcer Eden, who's real name is Brandi Runnels and is the real life wife of Cody, announced she has asked for and was granted her release. Today, she blogged about her decision, and explains that this was already in the plans, as she has other opportunities that have presented themselves.My one&only statement on the matter. No podcasts or tell-all nonsense.— Hyrule Husky (@PrinceCGR) May 22, 2016
Thank you friends. pic.twitter.com/c5MNKw6spH
WWE also released Adam Rose, after his domestic dispute with his wife and him getting arrested.
So now, the may releases are as follows:
Zeb Colter
El Torito
Hornswoggle
Santino Marella
Cameron
Alex Riley
Wade Barrett
Damien Sandow
Brooklyn Brawler
Christian
Adam Rose
Cody Rhodes
Eden
Plus Ryback is still out there making antagonizing tweets, so it's probably gonna expand soon.