Wrestling legend Rey Mysterio Senior passed away in December 2024: career and legacy
21 december 2024 в 11:13
The uncle of the famous wrestler Rey Mysterio, Rey Mysterio Senior, passed away in December 2024. Mysterio was recognized as a legend in the world of wrestling and trained his nephew Rey and his son, who is known as El Hijo de Rey Mysterio. Fans remember the life and career of Mysterio Senior, many mourn his passing. Thanks to building a strong wrestler persona and skills, Mysterio Senior created a legacy with reportedly high net worth and a strong reputation.
Mysterio Senior’s son reportedly confirmed his death on December 20, 2024. Lucha Libre AAA Worldwide also released a public statement, which was translated from Spanish to English.
«We regretfully announce the sensitive death of Miguel Ángel López Díaz, known as Rey Mysterio Senior [sic]», - the statement read on social media. «We express our deepest condolences to his loved ones and lift our prayers to the heavens for his eternal rest».
Mysterio Senior’s real name is Miguel Ángel López Díaz. He debuted in the ring in 1976, according to Newsweek. Mysterio Senior performed in various promotions, including Lucha Libre AAA Worldwide, Pro Wrestling Revolution, Tijuana Wrestling, and World Wrestling Association. Although he retired in 2009, Mysterio Senior returned to the ring one last time in 2023.
In 2006, Mysterio Senior was inducted into the Tijuana Sports Hall of Fame.
Mysterio Senior has a son named Miguel Aaron López Hernández, known by the ring name El Hijo de Rey Mysterio.
Mysterio Senior’s net worth is unknown, but his nephew Rey Mysterio has accumulated a net worth of $ 10 million, according to Celebrity Net Worth. Therefore, the successful wrestling family likely increased their individual net worth over time.
Details about Mysterio Senior’s death are still unclear. The cause of death is unknown
Mysterio Senior’s son reportedly confirmed his death on December 20, 2024. Lucha Libre AAA Worldwide also released a public statement, which was translated from Spanish to English.
«We regretfully announce the sensitive death of Miguel Ángel López Díaz, known as Rey Mysterio Senior [sic]», - the statement read on social media. «We express our deepest condolences to his loved ones and lift our prayers to the heavens for his eternal rest».
Mysterio Senior’s real name is Miguel Ángel López Díaz. He debuted in the ring in 1976, according to Newsweek. Mysterio Senior performed in various promotions, including Lucha Libre AAA Worldwide, Pro Wrestling Revolution, Tijuana Wrestling, and World Wrestling Association. Although he retired in 2009, Mysterio Senior returned to the ring one last time in 2023.
In 2006, Mysterio Senior was inducted into the Tijuana Sports Hall of Fame.
Mysterio Senior has a son named Miguel Aaron López Hernández, known by the ring name El Hijo de Rey Mysterio.
Mysterio Senior’s net worth is unknown, but his nephew Rey Mysterio has accumulated a net worth of $ 10 million, according to Celebrity Net Worth. Therefore, the successful wrestling family likely increased their individual net worth over time.
Details about Mysterio Senior’s death are still unclear. The cause of death is unknown
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