Dustin Patrick Runnels is a renowned American professional wrestler and trainer, currently making a name for himself in All Elite Wrestling (AEW) under the ring name Dustin Rhodes. His extensive career in the wrestling world is marked by multiple tenures with WWE, where he gained widespread recognition under the iconic gimmick and ring name Goldust.
Born into a wrestling legacy, Runnels is the son of WWE Hall of Famer Dusty Rhodes and the half-brother of fellow wrestler Cody Rhodes, who famously presented a dramatic spin-off character of the Goldust gimmick, Stardust. This rich family heritage has undoubtedly influenced Runnels' own wrestling journey.
Throughout his illustrious career, Runnels has made appearances with various prominent wrestling promotions, including World Championship Wrestling (WCW) and Total Nonstop Action Wrestling (TNA, now Impact Wrestling). His impressive championship count stands at 23, with a notable haul of titles in both WWE and WCW.
In WCW, Runnels claimed the United States Heavyweight Championship on two occasions, as well as the Six-Man Tag Team Championship and World Tag Team Championship, twice. In WWE, he amassed an impressive collection of titles, including three WWE Intercontinental Championships, nine Hardcore Championships, one WWE World Tag Team Championship, and two WWE Tag Team Championships.
Runnels has also left his mark on WWE's Royal Rumble events, participating in a record 13 matches. His storied career has seen him headline numerous pay-per-view events for both the WWF and WCW during the 1990s. In addition, he holds the prestigious title of Sammy Guevara's Vlog champion, a testament to his enduring impact on the world of professional wrestling.
