Breaking News: Rey Misterio Sr, Uncle Of WWE Hall Of Famer, Passes Away At 66, Weeks After Family Tragedy This tragic news come mere weeks after the loss of Roberto Gutierrez, Rey Mysterio Jr.’s father and Dominik’s grandfather, who passed away on Nov. 17 at the age of 76.

Renowned Mexican wrestler Rey Misterio Sr, uncle of WWE superstar and Hall of Famer Rey Mysterio Jr, has died at the age of 66, his family confirmed on Friday.

The wrestling legend, real name Miguel Angel Lopez Dias, is also the great uncle of WWE superstar Dominik Mysterio and starred in multiple Mexican promotions, including World Wrestling Association.

He debuted in January 1976, and, throughout his career, wrestled for the likes of Pro Wrestling Revolution, Tijuana Wrestling and World Wrestling Association. ‘We send our most sincere condolences to his loved ones and raise our prayers to heaven for his eternal rest.’

Mysterio, who was 66, began wrestling in 1976 and officially retired in 2009. His son, Rey, and grandson, Dominik, are still with WWE and Rey was introduced into the Hall of Fame in 2023.

The tragedy comes just a week after Mysterio Jnr’s father, Roberto Gutierrez, died at the age of 76.