Rey Misterio Sr., legendary wrestler and uncle of WWE star, dies at 66
tmz.com — December 20, 2024, 07:01 PM UTC
Rey Misterio Sr., a legendary wrestler and uncle of WWE Superstar Rey Mysterio, has died at 66, his family announced. The news was shared by his son on social media, but details about his death are not yet available. Misterio Sr., whose real name was Miguel Ángel López Díaz, debuted in 1976 and became a prominent figure in Mexican wrestling. He teamed with his nephew in Lucha Libre AAA Worldwide, winning the WWA Tag Team championships. He retired in 2009 after a successful career and made a final appearance in 2023. Lucha Libre AAA Worldwide expressed condolences to his family following his passing.