Rey Mysterio
Rey Mysterio, an iconic figure in professional wrestling, is best known for his high-flying Lucha Libre style and his time in prominent wrestling promotions such as WWE.
Mysterio’s career is highlighted by numerous influential moments that have left indelible marks on the world of professional wrestling. His emergence in the mid-1990s was defined by thrilling bouts in Extreme Championship Wrestling (ECW) and World Championship Wrestling (WCW), where his mesmerizing Lucha Libre style first dazzled North American audiences. But it was his arrival to WWE in 2002 that cemented his place in wrestling history. Mysterio’s most memorable matches include his David-versus-Goliath Wrestlemania 22 bout against Kurt Angle and Randy Orton, and the 2006 Royal Rumble, where he fought for over an hour, ultimately winning and securing his position as a top-tier performer.
Throughout his illustrious career, Mysterio has shared the ring with some of the most influential figures in professional wrestling. He’s faced off against larger-than-life characters like The Undertaker, engaged in thrilling bouts with technical wizards like Eddie Guerrero, his son Dominik Mysterio, and taken to the air in a captivating rivalry with fellow high-flyer, Rob Van Dam. Mysterio’s high-profile alliances, including those with Edge, Sin Cara, and his son, Dominic, have led to dynamic tag team matches that have further cemented his legacy. Off the ring, he’s collaborated with music stars such as Westside Connection for his WCW theme song and rapper Mad One for his WWE entrance theme.
Mysterio’s impact on the sport has been recognized with a multitude of awards and distinctions. He’s been a World Heavyweight Champion multiple times, won the Royal Rumble, and even held the Intercontinental and Tag Team Championships. Mysterio’s tenacity was recognized in 2006 when he received the coveted Slammy Award for “OMG Moment of the Year” for his enduring Royal Rumble performance. In 2018, he entered WWE’s illustrious Hall of Fame, acknowledging his pivotal role in popularizing the high-flying style in North American wrestling.