Wrestling Legend Rey Misterio Is Dead

Rey Misterio Sr., the well-known Mexican wrestler and uncle of WWE superstar Rey Mysterio Jr., passed away on December 20, 2024, at the age of 66.

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His family and the Mexican wrestling organization Lucha Libre AAA Worldwide confirmed his death.

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He was born Miguel Ángel López Díaz and played a key role in Mexico’s lucha libre culture.

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With a career that stretched close to fifty years, he made important contributions to wrestling, performing for well-known organizations such as Pro Wrestling Revolution, Tijuana Wrestling, and the World Wrestling Association (WWA).

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In addition to his own success, Misterio Sr. was a respected mentor for younger wrestlers.

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He played a vital role in guiding the careers of several stars, including his nephew, WWE’s Rey Mysterio Jr., who is a three-time world champion. He also trained notable figures like Konnan, Psicosis, Halloween, and Damian 666.

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Although the official cause of his death is not known, it occurred shortly after the earlier death of Robert Gutierrez, Rey Mysterio Jr.’s father.

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Aalyah Gutierrez, Misterio’s daughter, took to social media to pay tribute to her uncle, showing her sincere appreciation.

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“Eternally grateful for you,” she wrote. “Without you, my dad wouldn’t be the person or fighter he is today. Rest in peace, uncle.”

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