“The 'AEW' women's championship will be the cornerstone of the women's division. The championship will be treated with the utmost respect and prestige. We hope to inspire future female wrestlers to dream of holding such a meaningful title.”

American ring announcer and retired professional wrestler

Brandi Alexis Runnels, known professionally as Brandi Rhodes, is an American ring announcer and retired professional wrestler. She is best known for her work in WWE and for serving as chief brand officer and executive vice president of All Elite Wrestling, where she also appeared as a wrestler. Her career spans both performance and promotion in professional wrestling. In AEW, she held an executive role while continuing to appear on screen, a combination that made her a visible figure in the company. Her public profile comes mainly from her work in wrestling and the business side of the sport.