Dominik Mysterio is a rising star in WWE, following the footsteps of his father, Rey Mysterio. But many fans may wonder if he is really related to another legendary wrestler, Eddie Guerrero. The answer is no, but there is a reason why this question is often asked.
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The Custody Battle of 2005
In 2005, WWE ran a storyline where Eddie Guerrero claimed that he was Dominik’s biological father, not Rey Mysterio. The two former friends had a heated feud over the custody of Dominik, which culminated in a ladder match at SummerSlam 2005. The stipulation was that whoever retrieved the briefcase containing the custody papers would get to keep Dominik as their son.
The match was a classic, with both men putting their bodies on the line for the sake of Dominik. Rey Mysterio managed to win the match with the help of Eddie’s wife, Vickie Guerrero, who turned on her husband and pushed him off the ladder. Rey hugged Dominik and celebrated with him, while Eddie was left devastated and angry.
The Real-Life Relationship Between Dominik and Eddie
The storyline was based on a lie, as Dominik is indeed Rey Mysterio’s son in real life. However, Dominik had a close relationship with Eddie Guerrero as well, as he revealed in an interview with My Mom’s Basement podcast. He said that he had known Eddie since he was a kid, and that he would often spend the night at his house and have breakfast with him.
Dominik also said that the storyline confused his teachers and classmates, who would ask him who his real dad was. He said that he would tell them that he was pretty sure it was Rey, but he also thought about what would happen if Eddie won the match and took him home.
Dominik said that he had no animosity towards Eddie for the storyline, and that he respected him as a performer and a person. He said that Eddie bought him a PSP (PlayStation Portable) after the storyline was over, as a way of apologizing and making up for it.
The Legacy of Eddie Guerrero
Eddie Guerrero passed away in November 2005, just a few months after the SummerSlam match. He was found unconscious in his hotel room by his nephew Chavo Guerrero, and was pronounced dead at the hospital. The cause of death was acute heart failure due to underlying cardiovascular disease.
Eddie’s death shocked and saddened the wrestling world, as he was one of the most beloved and talented performers of his generation. He was known for his charisma, his technical skills, his comedic timing, and his ability to connect with the fans. He was also a pioneer for Latino wrestlers, becoming the second WWE Champion of Hispanic descent after Pedro Morales.
Eddie’s legacy lives on through his family and friends, who continue to honor him and pay tribute to him. His daughter Shaul Guerrero is a former wrestler and announcer, who recently appeared on AEW Dynamite as part of Andrade El Idolo’s entourage. His widow Vickie Guerrero is also a part of AEW, managing Nyla Rose. His nephew Chavo Guerrero is still active in wrestling, working as an agent and producer for AEW.
Dominik Mysterio is also carrying on Eddie’s legacy, as he often uses some of his signature moves and mannerisms in his matches. He has also worn gear inspired by Eddie’s outfits, such as at WrestleMania 37, where he teamed up with his father to win the SmackDown Tag Team Championships. Dominik has said that he considers Eddie as his uncle, and that he is grateful for everything he did for him and his family.
Conclusion
Dominik Mysterio is not related to Eddie Guerrero by blood, but he is related to him by bond. The two shared a special relationship that transcended the wrestling storyline that put them at odds. Eddie Guerrero was a mentor and a friend to Dominik, who now honors him as one of his inspirations in wrestling.
According to Sportskeeda, Wrestling Inc and The Sports Grail, Dominik Mysterio has opened up about his real-life issues following the Eddie Guerrero storyline in 2005. He has also talked about how close he was with Eddie, and how he remembers him fondly.
