Challenges in the Life of Rey Mysterio in a Detailed Timeline

Life is full of challenges, and Rey Mysterio faced many. Discover key struggles and how they were overcome.

Óscar Gutiérrez Rubio, known as Rey Mysterio, is a celebrated American professional wrestler currently with WWE's Raw brand. He is recognized as one of the greatest cruiserweight wrestlers ever. Mysterio has been inducted into the AAA Hall of Fame, Wrestling Observer Newsletter Hall of Fame, and the WWE Hall of Fame.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition Challenges & Struggles

2002: Unmasked in Lucha de Apuestas

In 2002, Rey Mysterio lost his mask in a Lucha de Apuestas against Kevin Nash. He worked unmasked until this year.

January 13, 2005: Losing the Tag Team Titles

On January 13, 2005, Rey Mysterio and Rob Van Dam lost the tag team titles to the Basham Brothers on SmackDown! after Rob Van Dam was injured.

March 19, 2007: Sports Illustrated Article on Steroid Allegations

On March 19, 2007, Sports Illustrated published an article alleging that Rey Mysterio (Gutierrez) obtained nandrolone and stanozolol, which are steroids. WWE stated that the allegations preceded their Talent Wellness program.

February 15, 2009: Elimination Chamber Match

On February 15, 2009, Rey Mysterio competed in the Elimination Chamber match for the World Heavyweight Championship at No Way Out, but was the last man eliminated by Edge.

August 27, 2009: WWE Suspension for Wellness Policy Violation

On August 27, 2009, WWE announced that Rey Mysterio (Gutierrez) would be suspended for 30 days due to a violation of the wellness program. Gutierrez explained that the drugs were part of a prescription for his knee and arm.

2009: Intercontinental Championship Reign

In 2009, Rey Mysterio won and lost the Intercontinental Championship, including a suspension for violating WWE's Wellness Policy.

January 7, 2011: Feud with Alberto Del Rio Concludes

On January 7, 2011, Rey Mysterio's feud with Alberto Del Rio culminated on SmackDown in a two out of three falls match, which Del Rio won by countout.

2011: WWE Championship Win and Loss

In 2011, Rey Mysterio was drafted to Raw, won his first WWE Championship, and lost it to John Cena later that night before entering another feud with Alberto Del Rio.

April 26, 2012: Suspension for Wellness Policy Violation

On April 26, 2012, Rey Mysterio was suspended for 60 days due to his second violation of WWE's Talent Wellness Program policy.

April 6, 2014: Andre the Giant Memorial Battle Royal

On April 6, 2014, Rey Mysterio competed in the André the Giant Memorial Battle Royal at WrestleMania XXX but was eliminated by Cesaro.

February 2016: Departure from AAA

In early February 2016, AAA announced Rey Mysterio's departure from the organization due to financial disagreements between Mysterio and AAA. Despite not directly working for AAA, Mysterio Jr. participated in the 2016 Lucha Libre World Cup as part of "Team Mexico International" alongside Dr. Wagner Jr. and Dragon Azteca Jr., finishing in third place.

May 2020: Feud with Seth Rollins Begins

In May 2020, Rey Mysterio started a feud with Seth Rollins, which led to Mysterio being taken out of action due to an injury caused by Rollins.

January 28, 2023: Scheduled but Unable to Compete at Royal Rumble

On January 28, 2023, Rey Mysterio was slated to enter the Royal Rumble match at No. 17, but he was unable to compete due to an apparent attack, presumably by Dominik or The Judgment Day.