Rey Misterio Sr. Died at 66: Who is the Mystery King's Son, Miguel ...

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Rey Misterio Sr

., a well-known

Mexican wrestler

, and the uncle of WWE Superstar,

Rey Mysterio Jr

. passed away at the age of 66. Yesterday the family members confirmed the same. The wrestling community has been shocked by the legend’s passing. Rey Misterio Sr. rose to prominence in Mexico’s

Rey Mysterio - Figure 1 — Photo Times of India

Lucha Libre

scene. The Mexican professional wrestling team Lucha Libre is well-known for its aerial maneuvers and colorfully masked performance. However, the fans want to know more about his son,

Miguel Aaron Lopez Hernandez

.Here’s everything you need to know about the Mystery King’s son,

Miguel Aaron

Lopez Hernandez.

Who is Miguel Aaron Lopez Hernandez?

American professional wrestler Miguel Aarón López Hernández, better known by his ring name

El Hijo de Rey Misterio

(The Son of the Mystery King), has enthralled spectators with his daring aerial and acrobatic feats. He is the cousin of the well-known Rey Mysterio and the firstborn son of the legendary luchador Rey Misterio Sr. He was born in San Diego, California, on November 9, 1988.

When did The Son of the Mystery King Step into the Ring?

Miguel Aaron started training with his father at his wrestling school in Tijuana, Mexico when he was thirteen years old. Under the ring name Diablo, he made his professional wrestling debut in 2006. He became known as El Hijo de Rey Misterio after his father permitted him to use the esteemed "Rey Misterio" name at the end of the year. This caused some misunderstanding, particularly in the US, where a lot of fans thought he was Rey Mysterio Jr.'s son.

What was the Drug Ice case?

A kilogram of the drug "ice" was found in the possession of López and his younger brother when they were arrested in Playas de Rosarito, Baja California, in May 2012. Both were turned over for prosecution to federal authorities. Although it was initially unclear whether Lopez had ever been found guilty of any crimes, he subsequently acknowledged in a 2023 interview that he had served four years in prison for his role in the drug trade.ALSO READ: Rey Misterio Sr. Passes Away: Dominik Mysterio REACTSRey Misterio

Sr.'s legacy will live on through his son, El Hijo de Rey Misterio, who continues to carry the torch of lucha libre excellence. Despite the challenges he has faced, El Hijo de Rey Misterio has established himself as a talented wrestler in his own right, captivating audiences with his high-flying moves and dedication to the art of lucha libre.