Rey Mysterio Snr died, according to his family.
The wrestling legend, born Miguel Angel Lopez Dias, was the uncle of current WWE star Rey.
The Mexican wrestling company Lucha Libre AAA Worldwide announced the news on social media. They wrote: “We regret the sensitive death of Miguel Angel Lopez Dias, also known as Rey Mysterio Sr.
‘We extend our heartfelt condolences to his loved ones and pray to heaven for his eternal rest.
Mysterio, who was 66, started wrestling in 1976 and officially retired in 2009. His son, Rey, and grandson, Dominik, remain with WWE, and Rey was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2023.
The tragedy occurred just one week after Mysterio Jnr’s father, Roberto Gutierrez, died at the age of 76.
Mysterio began training as a boxer but learned about wrestling from his trainers.
He made his professional wrestling debut in January 1976 and has wrestled for Pro Wrestling Revolution, Tijuana Wrestling, and the World Wrestling Association.
To distinguish him from his nephew, the star was frequently referred to as Rey Mysterio Snr, with Dominik as his grand nephew. His grand niece, Aalyah, has also appeared in WWE on several occasions.
After his father died, Rey Jnr wrote on Instagram, “You did more than set the example of how to love and maintain a strong marriage and father four boys; you were the example and passed every single time until your death with flying colors.” Excellent husband, loving father, lovely grandfather, incredible son and brother, and wonderful father-in-law.
‘You checked every list on the box, and I can honestly say that the majority of my [traits] came from you. You fought until the last minute, and I know your biggest fear was leaving Mom behind, but I can assure you that she will not be alone, and we will always look out for her.
‘You are now with God, smiling from the heavens, while we continue the real struggle of life until we meet again. RIP, Pops. You will never be forgotten and always loved.
“Prayers for the Mysterio family,” one fan wrote on social media.
Another wrote: ‘Man, Rey has had a heartbreaking few weeks. He lost his father and now his uncle. Stay strong, Mysterio family.
Dominik, meanwhile, posted a video on Instagram honoring his uncle, captioned ‘Q.E.P.D. Tio,’ and accompanied by a crown emoji. He also posted photos of his uncle holding a black love heart.
