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Eddie Guerrero

Eddie Guerrero was a Mexican-American professional wrestler known for his work in Mexico, ECW, WCW, and WWE.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Eddie Guerrero was a Mexican-American professional wrestler known for his work in Mexico, ECW, WCW, and WWE. He became one of wrestling’s most celebrated performers, winning major championships in WWE and entering the WWE Hall of Fame in 2006. He died in 2005 at age 38.

Early life and family

Eddie Guerrero was born in El Paso, Texas, into the well-known Guerrero wrestling family. His background in a wrestling dynasty shaped his early career and in-ring style.

Professional wrestling career

Guerrero worked for major promotions including ECW, WCW, and WWE, as well as promotions in Mexico and Japan. He became known for his technical skill, charisma, and memorable character work.

Championships and recognition

He won multiple championships across major promotions, including WWE’s top title. His achievements led to induction into the WWE Hall of Fame in 2006.

Death and legacy

Guerrero died in 2005 in Minneapolis, Minnesota, at age 38. He remains widely regarded as one of professional wrestling’s most influential performers.

Key facts

  • Guerrero was a member of the Guerrero wrestling family.
  • He wrestled in Mexico, Japan, ECW, WCW, and WWE.
  • He won the WWE Championship and several other major titles.
  • He was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame in 2006.
  • He died in 2005 at the age of 38.
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Canadian context

Eddie Guerrero was a major figure in North American professional wrestling, and his matches and legacy are well known among Canadian wrestling fans through WWE broadcasts and live-event culture.

Frequently asked questions

Who was Eddie Guerrero?
He was a Mexican-American professional wrestler known for his work in WWE, WCW, ECW, and other promotions.
What was Eddie Guerrero’s real name?
His birth name was Eduardo Gory Guerrero Llanes.
What championships did Eddie Guerrero win?
He won the WWE Championship and several other titles, including the Intercontinental, United States, European, ECW Television, and WCW Cruiserweight Championships.
When did Eddie Guerrero die?
He died on November 13, 2005, at age 38.
Was Eddie Guerrero in the WWE Hall of Fame?
Yes. He was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame in 2006.

References

  1. FOX Sports — https://www.foxsports.com/wwe/eddie-guerrero-superstar-bio
    Supports: Billed from El Paso, signature moves, major championships, WWE Hall of Fame induction
  2. Simple English Wikipedia — https://simple.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eddie_Guerrero
    Supports: Birth name, birth and death dates, professional wrestling career across Mexico, ECW, WCW, and WWE
  3. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0346181/bio/
    Supports: Birth name, birth place, death place, and death date
  4. The SmackDown Hotel — https://www.thesmackdownhotel.com/wrestlers/eddie-guerrero
    Supports: Title history, major championships, Triple Crown and Grand Slam status
  5. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eddie_Guerrero
    Supports: General career overview and championship achievements