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Rey Mysterio

Rey Mysterio is an American professional wrestler best known for his work in WCW and WWE.

Updated July 30, 20261 min readCited sources

Rey Mysterio is an American professional wrestler known for his high-flying lucha libre style and masked persona. He is a major figure in WCW and WWE, with championship success across multiple weight divisions.

What it is

Rey Mysterio, born Óscar Gutiérrez Rubio in San Diego, California, is a professional wrestler trained by his uncle, Rey Misterio Sr. He began wrestling in Mexico and rose to fame in WCW during the late 1990s before joining WWE in 2002. His fast, aerial style and signature 619 move made him a fan favourite.

Why it matters

Mysterio helped popularize cruiserweight and lucha libre wrestling in North America. He has held major WWE titles, including the WWE Championship and World Championships, and won the 2006 Royal Rumble from the No. 2 entry position. He was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame in 2023.

Key details

Mysterio's career includes championships in WWE and WCW across world, mid-card, tag team, and cruiserweight divisions. His 619 finishing move is one of wrestling's most recognized. He remains a major figure in televised wrestling watched by Canadian audiences through WWE broadcasts and live events.

In short

  • Rey Mysterio is a legendary lucha libre wrestler known for high-flying moves and the 619.
  • He has won major titles in WWE, including the WWE Championship and World Championships.
  • He won the 2006 Royal Rumble and was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame in 2023.
  • His style influenced cruiserweight wrestling and Canadian wrestling fandom.
Canadian angle

Rey Mysterio has long been a major figure in televised professional wrestling watched by Canadian audiences through WWE broadcasts and live events, and his lucha libre style has influenced wrestling fandom in Canada.

Quick questions

What is Rey Mysterio's real name?
His birth name is Óscar Gutiérrez Rubio.
Has Rey Mysterio won a world championship?
Yes. WWE lists him as a WWE Champion and two-time World Champion.
When did Rey Mysterio win the Royal Rumble?
He won the 2006 Royal Rumble after entering at No. 2.

Sources

  1. WWE — https://www.wwe.com/superstars/reymysterio
    Supports: Ring name, billed height and weight, hometown, signature moves, and major career highlights including championships, Royal Rumble win, and Hall of Fame induction.
  2. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rey_Mysterio
    Supports: Birth name, birth date, birthplace, and career timeline including early WCW and WWE work.
  3. ESPN — https://www.espn.com/wwe/story/_/id/25685689/wwe-profile-page-rey-mysterio
    Supports: Birth date, billed height and weight, billed from, WWE debut, title wins, and Royal Rumble victory.
  4. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0347595/bio/
    Supports: Birth name, birthplace, early career background, and residence information.