Eddie Guerrero
- Born:
- Eduardo Gory Guerrero Llanes, October 9, 1967, El Paso, Texas, USA
- Died:
- November 13, 2005, Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA
- Nationality:
- American
- Profession(s):
- Professional Wrestler
Early Life and Education
- Born into the Guerrero wrestling family, son of Gory Guerrero and nephew of Hector, Mando, and Chavo Guerrero Sr.
- Began wrestling at a young age, training within the family.
- Attended the University of New Mexico on an athletic scholarship but dropped out to pursue professional wrestling.
Career and Major Achievements
- Early career included stints in Mexico's Empresa Mexicana de Lucha Libre (EMLL) and Asistencia Asesoría y Administración (AAA).
- Made a name for himself in Japan's New Japan Pro-Wrestling (NJPW) as Black Tiger II.
- Significant run in Extreme Championship Wrestling (ECW) showcasing his technical wrestling ability.
- Achieved stardom in World Championship Wrestling (WCW) as a member of the Latino World Order (lWo).
- Reached peak success in World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE), becoming WWE Champion.
Notable Works
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| Promotion | Championships/Accomplishments |
|---|---|
| WWE | WWE Championship (1 time), WWE United States Championship (2 times), WWE Intercontinental Championship (2 times), WWE Tag Team Championship (4 times) |
| WCW | WCW Cruiserweight Championship (2 times) |
| ECW | ECW World Television Championship (2 times) |
Legacy and Impact
- Considered one of the most charismatic and talented performers in professional wrestling history.
- Known for his "Lie, Cheat, Steal" persona and in-ring psychology.
- His influence is visible in numerous wrestlers who cite him as an inspiration.
Notable Moves
- Frog Splash
- Lasso From El Paso
- Three Amigos