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Wrestling icon Rey Mysterio has observed “scary” similarities between his son, Dominik Mysterio, and the late great Eddie Guerrero.
Rey Mysterio, who was very close to Guerrero until his untimely death in 2005, has always held the memories of Eddie close. The inspiration from his late friend propelled him to triumph at the 2006 Royal Rumble and seize the World Heavyweight Championship at WrestleMania 22.
Their bond is even more profound because of a notable Summerslam 2005 match where Rey Mysterio won the custody of his son Dominik by defeating Guerrero—a decision Rey later said he regretted.
Now, observing Dominik’s career, Rey sees much of Guerrero in him. In a conversation with SHAK Wrestling, Rey playfully quipped about his wife’s faithfulness, hinting at the uncanny resemblance between Eddie and Dominik.
Rey envisions Eddie watching over and relishing Dominik’s journey in wrestling.
For Rey, witnessing Dominik’s growth in the ring, embracing aspects of Eddie’s persona and style, is both heartwarming and nostalgically significant, reminiscent of his own experiences with Guerrero.
He sees subtle gestures, expressions, and even Dominik’s hairstyle as reflections of Eddie, which evoke strong emotions and bear witness to the enduring legacy of Eddie Guerrero in the Mysterio family.
FAQs About Rey Mysterio and Eddie Guerrero’s Relationship
Q: How close were Rey Mysterio and Eddie Guerrero?
A: Rey Mysterio and Eddie Guerrero were very close friends. They shared many memorable moments both in and out of the ring prior to Eddie’s passing in 2005.
Q: What was the notable match between Rey Mysterio and Eddie Guerrero?
A: The notable match was at Summerslam 2005, where Rey Mysterio fought Eddie Guerrero in a ladder match for custody of his son Dominik, a match which Rey Mysterio won.
Q: Has Rey Mysterio spoken publicly about the similarities between Dominik and Eddie Guerrero?
A: Yes, Rey Mysterio has spoken publicly, including to SHAK Wrestling, about the similarities he observes between Dominik and Eddie Guerrero and described them as “scary.”
Conclusion
The spirited bond between Rey Mysterio and Eddie Guerrero continues beyond the latter’s passing through the ascending career of Dominik Mysterio. Rey treasures the moments when he catches glimpses of his late friend in Dominik, illustrating how deeply intertwined their legacies have become. As Dominik forges his path in professional wrestling, the spirit of Eddie Guerrero endearingly manifests in his journey, much to Rey Mysterio’s pride and, likely, Eddie’s amusement from afar.