Speaking through his personal Twitter account, WWE superstar Cody Rhodes noted that he has requested to exit out of his deal with the company as of today, May 21st.

(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

(2/2) I'll speak further on the matter shortly. Thank you to all the pro-wrestling/sports entertainment fans worldwide. Thank you

— Hyrule Husky (@PrinceCGR) May 21, 2016