Rey Mysterio Sr. (born Ricardo González, December 11, 1954) is a retired Mexican professional wrestler, best known for being the father of the famous WWE Superstar Rey Mysterio Jr. He had a successful wrestling career in Mexico, particularly in the lucha libre tradition, where he earned a reputation for his high-flying style and technical wrestling skills.
Rey Mysterio Sr. wrestled for various promotions in Mexico, including the legendary CMLL (Consejo Mundial de Lucha Libre), where he became known for his agility and mask, which is an iconic element in lucha libre culture. Throughout his career, Rey Mysterio Sr. was involved in several memorable rivalries and held various titles, including the Mexican National Tag Team Championship and the CMLL World Middleweight Championship.
While Rey Mysterio Sr.’s career may not have reached the same global fame as his son, Rey Mysterio Jr., he remains an important figure in lucha libre history. His influence on the wrestling world continues through his son, who adopted the “Rey Mysterio” ring name and made it famous worldwide. Rey Mysterio Jr. became one of the most celebrated luchadores in the United States, especially through his time in WWE, where he helped popularize the high-flying style of lucha libre to a larger audience.
Rey Mysterio Sr. retired from active wrestling in the 2000s, but he continues to be involved in the wrestling community, often making appearances at events related to his son and the lucha libre tradition.
