Mercedes Martinez just secured another milestone in her storied careershes now a Hall of Famer.
After 25 years in the pro wrestling industry, Martinez has officially been inducted into the Womens Wrestling Hall of Fame. From independent promotions to major companies like WWE, AEW, Ring of Honor, and IMPACT Wrestling, Martinez has built a legacy that spans generations and promotions.
Her most recent run came to an end in January 2026, when her contract with AEW/ROH expired. She originally joined the company in late 2021 and quickly became a force in both brands womens divisions.
Martinez is also a former ROH Womens World Champion, and played a key role in setting the stage for one of the most dominant title reigns in modern wrestling. She was the last wrestler to hold the championship before Athena defeated herbeginning what has since become a record-breaking 1,100+ day reign.
Mercedes Martinez has battled through every era of womens wrestling with grit, power, and consistency. Now a Hall of Famer, her impact on the businessand the wrestlers she helped pave the way foris undeniable.
