Rey Mysterio Biography: Wife, Age, Children, Net Worth, Parents, Real Name, WWE

Rey Mysterio, also known as Oscar Gutierrez, is a Mexican-American professional wrestler. He is currently signed to WWE, performing on the SmackDown brand.

Mysterio is known for his high-flying style and acrobatic moves, making him a fan favorite. He has won numerous championships and is considered one of the greatest professional wrestlers ever.

Mysterio is also known for his charitable work, including creating a foundation to help needy children.

Profile

• Full Name: Óscar Gutiérrez 
• Stage Name: Rey Mysterio
• Born: December 11, 1974
• Age: 49 years old 
• Birthplace: Chula Vista, California, 
• Nationality: American 
• Occupation: American Professional Wrestler 
• Height: 1.68 m
• Parent: Roberto Gutierrez ,Maria del Rosario 
• Siblings: Lalo Gutiérrez, Luis Gutiérrez , Roberto Gutiérrez
• Spouse: Angie Gutierrez 
• Children: 2, Dominik and Aaliyah
• Relationship: married 
• Net Worth: $10 million 

Early Life And Education

Rey Mysterio, born Óscar Gutiérrez on December 11, 1974, in Chula Vista, California, was destined to become a wrestler.

He comes from many wrestlers, including his uncle Rey Misterio Sr., who would eventually become his trainer.

Mysterio’s love for wrestling began at a young age, and he started his career at just 14 years old under his uncle’s tutelage.

Despite his small size, Mysterio’s high-flying abilities and mastery of the Lucha Libre style earned him recognition and awards, such as the “Most Improved Wrestler” award in Mexico in 1991 when he wrestled under the name “Colibrí” (Hummingbird).

Career 

Rey Mysterio, whose real name is Óscar Gutiérrez, started his wrestling journey at a young age. He began wrestling on the independent circuit in Mexico when he was only 14 years old.

Despite his young age, Mysterio quickly gained recognition for his unique and innovative moves and lucha libre style, which incorporated acrobatics and mask-wearing traditions.

By the mid-1990s, Mysterio had made his way to significant promotions such as Extreme Championship Wrestling (ECW) and World Championship Wrestling (WCW).

In WCW, he rose to prominence, becoming a top-tier wrestler in the cruiserweight division and winning the WCW Cruiserweight Championship multiple times.

This early success in his career set the stage for Mysterio to become a household name in professional wrestling.

Throughout his 13-year career in WWE, Rey Mysterio proved time and time again that he was a force to be reckoned with.

From his incredible in-ring abilities to his captivating charisma, Mysterio dominated the WWE and became a fan favorite.

He broke barriers and proved that he could compete with the best and come out on top. Mysterio will always be remembered as one of the greatest and most influential wrestlers in WWE history.

Despite his success in other promotions, Mysterio always found himself drawn back to WWE and eventually made a triumphant return in 2018, this time alongside his son Dominik, who was also pursuing a wrestling career.

Mysterio’s legacy in professional wrestling is undeniable, with multiple world championships and a spot in the WWE Hall of Fame.

His high-flying style and iconic mask have made him a global icon, and he will always be remembered as one of the greatest cruiserweight wrestlers in history.

Awards and Nominations

• WWE Hall of Fame: Inducted in 2023. This is the highest honor a wrestler can achieve in WWE.
• PWI 500: This prestigious ranking by Pro Wrestling Illustrated magazine has listed Mysterio among the top 500 wrestlers in the world for multiple years, including 2021, 2022, and, most recently, 2023.
• Mysterio was nominated for WWE’s Slammy Award for “Superstar of the Year” in 2010, though he didn’t win.
• He was nominated for “Rivalry of the Year” in 2020 for his family’s feud against Seth Rollins.

Social Media

• Instagram handle: @619iamlucha
• Facebook handle: Rey Mysterio
• Twitter handle: @reymysterio

Personal Life 

Rey Mysterio’s personal life is filled with love and family. He has been married to Angie Gutierrez since 1996, and they have two children together: a son, Dominik, and a daughter, Aaliyah.

Dominik has even followed in his father’s footsteps and become a wrestler for WWE. Rey’s passion for wrestling started at a young age, as he was trained by his uncle Rey Misterio Sr. He began his professional career in Mexico at 14 years old.

Filmography

• ¡Ready to Rumble! (2000) as Himself (cameo)
• WWE Raw (1993-) as Himself
• SmackDown (1997-) as Himself
• Lucha Underground (2014-2018) as Himself
• Scooby-Doo! and WWE: Wrestlemania Mystery (2014) as Himself (voice)

Net Worth

Some sources estimate that Rey Mysterio’s net worth will be around $10 million, while others suggest it could be higher or lower.

Regardless, his wealth is primarily derived from his career as a professional wrestler for WWE and income from merchandise sales, endorsements and sponsorships, and potentially real estate investments.