Its been two decades since the wrestling world lost Eddie Guerrerobut for Rey Mysterio, it still feels like yesterday.
In an open letter published by The Players Tribune, Rey remembered his late best friend and in-ring brother on the 20th anniversary of his passing. Guerrero died suddenly on November 13, 2005, at the age of 38. He was found unconscious in his hotel room in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The cause of death was acute heart failure. His passing rocked the wrestling world and left a permanent void in the hearts of fans and fellow wrestlers alike.
Now, twenty years later, Rey Mysterio is still grievingbut also celebrating the legacy of the man he called WeeWeeto.
Mysterio reflected on Eddies role in shaping the next generationincluding Reys own son, Dominik Mysterio, whose rise in WWE has drawn comparisons to Guerreros villainous brilliance.
Rey described Doms transformation as something Eddie wouldve lovedfrom the sleazy mustache to the smug grin and bad attitude.
He also spoke from the heart about how Eddies legacy lives onnot just in Dominik or in his own memories, but in the entire wrestling business.
Eddie Guerrero was one of the most influential performers of all timea master of charisma, psychology, and ring storytelling. From his days in WCW to his iconic run in WWE where he captured the WWE Championship in 2004, Guerrero won over fans around the world with his Lie, Cheat, Steal persona. His untimely passing left the industry in shock, and his name still brings emotion to those who knew him. Rey ended the letter with the kind of love only true brothers could share.
Wrestling lost a legend in 2005. But through Rey, Dominik, and the millions Eddie inspired, his name is never going away.
How do you remember Eddie Guerrero? What impact did he have on your love for wrestling? Drop your stories and tributes in the commentswed love to hear them.
