Cody Rhodes Nominated by AEW’s Rebel for ALS Ice Bucket Challenge

AEW’s Rebel, who is fighting Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), has nominated Cody Rhodes, CM Punk, and other wrestling stars to take part in the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge. The challenge, aimed at raising awareness for ALS, saw Rebel complete the task with support from Britt Baker.

What happened?

On July 15, 2026, Rebel shared a video on social media where she took the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge. She was nominated by former NFL player Steve Gleason, a well-known ALS advocate. Rebel thanked Chris Johnson for his efforts in getting the NFL involved in the campaign. Before taking the challenge, Rebel encouraged everyone to help spread awareness about ALS.

Rebel called out several Dallas Cowboys figures, including Troy Aikman and Deion Sanders, as well as wrestling stars like Cody Rhodes, CM Punk, Nattie Neidhart, and Charlotte Flair. Britt Baker poured a bucket of ice water over Rebel’s head, who laughed and screamed as the cold water hit her.

Why it matters for Cody Rhodes

Cody Rhodes, a prominent figure in professional wrestling, has been actively involved in charitable causes. His nomination by Rebel highlights the wrestling community’s solidarity in supporting ALS awareness. Rhodes’ participation could further amplify the campaign’s reach and impact.

What comes next?

AEW has launched the Rebel Heart campaign to raise money for ALS charities and spread awareness about the disease. Many AEW stars have shown their support by wearing Rebel Heart merchandise and publicly endorsing the cause. Rebel’s nomination of Cody Rhodes and other stars is expected to encourage more participation in the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge.