Cody Bellinger is an American professional baseball player who plays as a first baseman and outfielder. He gained national recognition after being named the National League Rookie of the Year in 2017 while playing for the Los Angeles Dodgers of Major League Baseball (MLB).
Cody James Bellinger was born on July 13, 1995, in Scottsdale, Arizona. He is the middle child of Jennifer and Clay Bellinger. His father, Clay, is a former MLB player who won three World Series championships with the New York Yankees from 1999 to 2001. Following his tenure with the Yankees, Clay played briefly for the Anaheim Angels in 2002. After retiring from professional baseball, Clay transitioned into work as a volunteer firefighter and became involved in real estate.
Cody graduated from Hamilton High School in Chandler, Arizona, where he excelled in baseball from an early age. He has an older sister and a younger brother, Cole Bellinger, who is also pursuing a career in professional baseball.
Bellinger made his MLB debut with the Los Angeles Dodgers in April 2017. That same year, he hit 39 home runs, setting a new National League record for home runs by a rookie, earning him the NL Rookie of the Year award and an All-Star selection. Known for his strong fielding skills and powerful left-handed hitting, he plays both first base and outfield positions effectively. He also throws left-handed, making him a versatile asset for any team.
As of the end of the 2018 MLB season, Bellinger had compiled a batting average of .263, with 64 home runs and 173 RBIs. His value to his team extends beyond statistics, as he is also known for his defensive agility and competitive spirit.
In June 2019, Bellinger made headlines off the field during a game at Dodger Stadium against the Colorado Rockies. A fan rushed onto the field for a second consecutive game attempting to embrace him. Although the moment was lighthearted for spectators, Bellinger expressed concern over the trend, stating that while he enjoys connecting with fans, safety and game focus must come first.
Cody Bellinger is currently in a relationship with Melyssa Renee Perez, a law student at the University of Texas at Austin. Although the exact start of their relationship is not publicly known, the couple has been seen together both privately and at public events.
Melyssa, originally from Friendswood, Texas, is involved in public service. She volunteers with American Gateways, a nonprofit organization that provides legal assistance to low-income immigrants in Central Texas. When she's not in Austin for law school, she reportedly spends time in Laguna, California.
| Birth Date: | 13 Jul, 1995 |
| Age: | 25 yrs |
| Occupations: | Baseball player |
| Citizenship: | United States of America |
| Birth Place: | Arizona |
| Gender: | Male |
| Description: | American baseball player |
| Net Worth 2021: | 2.5 million |
