Mexican Wrestling Icon Rey Misterio Sr. Dies at 66

The legendary wrestler, trainer, and uncle of WWE star Rey Mysterio Jr. leaves behind a lasting legacy in Lucha Libre and global wrestling.

Rey Misterio Sr., born Miguel Ángel López Díaz, passed away at age 66; the cause of death has not been disclosed.
A pioneer of Lucha Libre, he debuted in 1976 and gained fame in Mexican wrestling promotions like Lucha Libre AAA Worldwide and the World Wrestling Association.
He trained numerous wrestling stars, including his nephew Rey Mysterio Jr., and helped popularize the Lucha Libre style internationally.
Misterio Sr. won multiple championships, including the WWA World Junior Light Heavyweight title and the WWA Tag Team title alongside Rey Mysterio Jr.
Tributes have poured in from fans, wrestlers, and organizations, celebrating his influence on the wrestling world and his contributions as a mentor and athlete.