Childhood and Education Journey of Rey Mysterio in Timeline

How education and upbringing influenced the life of Rey Mysterio. A timeline of key moments.

Óscar Gutiérrez Rubio, famously known as Rey Mysterio, is a highly acclaimed American professional wrestler currently signed with WWE's Raw brand. Celebrated as one of the greatest cruiserweight wrestlers ever, Mysterio's career accolades include inductions into the AAA Hall of Fame, Wrestling Observer Newsletter Hall of Fame, and the WWE Hall of Fame. His influence and contributions have solidified his legacy in professional wrestling.

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

1948: Roberto Gutierrez born

In 1948, Roberto Gutierrez, the father of Óscar Gutiérrez (Rey Mysterio), was born.

December 11, 1974: Óscar Gutiérrez Rubio Born

On December 11, 1974, Óscar Gutiérrez Rubio, who would later become known as Rey Mysterio, was born. He is an American professional wrestler.

1999: Joined No Limit Soldiers, Formed Filthy Animals, and Turned Heel

In 1999, Rey Mysterio joined Master P's No Limit Soldiers, then formed the Filthy Animals with Eddie Guerrero and Billy Kidman, turning heel for the first time in his career.

November 13, 2005: Emotional Speech and Match Against Shawn Michaels

On November 13, 2005, Rey Mysterio delivered an emotional speech about Eddie Guerrero, who had passed away that day. Mysterio also defeated Shawn Michaels in an interbrand match at a WWE "Super Show" taped that day. He honored Guerrero by removing his mask in a show of respect and pointing to the sky after the match.

2008: WWE Draft to Raw

In 2008, Rey Mysterio was drafted to the Raw brand from SmackDown during the WWE Draft. He replaced an injured John Cena in the Championship Scramble at Unforgiven and later returned to Raw after an absence by attacking Kane.