Eddie Guerrero.

Eduardo Gory Guerrero Llanes

Eddie Guerrero — Athlete

Born 9 Oct 1967 El Paso, United States

Died 13 Nov 2005 Minneapolis, United States

Citizenship United States

Would Be 58 yr If Living

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Awards

TL;DR

Eddie Guerrero defeated Brock Lesnar for the WWE Championship at No Way Out in February 2004, becoming only the second Hispanic wrestler to hold the title. He came from the Guerrero wrestling family and formed Los Guerreros with his nephew Chavo Guerrero Jr., winning the WWE Tag Team Championship. Guerrero died in November 2005 at age 38 from arteriosclerotic heart disease. He was posthumously inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame, the Wrestling Observer Newsletter Hall of Fame, and the AAA Hall of Fame.

Identity & family.

KIN · 6

Names, aliases, and relatives of Eddie Guerrero — birth name, kin, and personal ties.

Birth Name Eduardo Gory Guerrero Llanes

Nicknames Latino Heat, Mascara Magica, Black Tiger II, El Caliente

Aliases Eddy the Giant, Eddy Guerrero, Latino Heat, Black Tiger

Parents: Gory Guerrero
Spouses: Vickie Guerrero
Children: Raquel Diaz
Siblings: Mando Guerrero Héctor Guerrero Chavo Guerrero Sr.

At a glance.

STATS

Eddie Guerrero by the numbers — life, work, and family.

38 Years lived

149 Film credits

3 Awards

1 Marriage

1 Child

Who was Eddie Guerrero?

BIOGRAPHY

Eddie Guerrero — early life, career, personal life, and legacy.

Early life

Gory Guerrero, Eddie’s father, was a star in the U.S., an icon in Texas, and a legend in Mexico. Eddie, the youngest of six children, was born on October 9, 1967, in El Paso, Texas. Three of his brothers—Mando, Héctor, and Chavo Sr.—also became wrestlers, though only Chavo Sr. found major success. Eddie attended Jefferson High School before studying at the University of New Mexico and New Mexico Highlands University.

The age difference with his brothers, at least ten years, made him feel like a third-generation wrestler, inheriting feuds from both his father and brothers. He began his wrestling career in 1989.

Career

Eddie Guerrero first gained widespread attention in ECW, where he won the ECW Television Championship by defeating Dean Malenko in 1995. He soon moved to WCW, capturing the WCW Cruiserweight Championship by beating Chris Jericho. In WCW, he formed the Latino World Order stable with Rey Mysterio Jr., La Parka, Psychosis, and Juventud Guerrera.

In 2000, Guerrero debuted in WWE as part of the Radicalz alongside Chris Benoit, Dean Malenko, and Perry Saturn. He later formed a tag team with his nephew Chavo Guerrero Jr. called Los Guerreros, winning the WWE Tag Team Championship by defeating Team Angle on SmackDown!

At No Way Out 2004, Guerrero reached his career peak by defeating Brock Lesnar to win the WWE Championship. He defended the title against Kurt Angle at WrestleMania XX, becoming the second Hispanic WWE Champion after Pedro Morales. He lost the title to John Bradshaw Layfield at The Great American Bash 2004 in a Texas Bull Rope Match.

In 2005, he teamed with Rey Mysterio to win the WWE Tag Team Championship at No Way Out. His final match was against Mr. Kennedy on SmackDown! in November 2005.

Personal life

Eddie Guerrero married Vickie Guerrero on April 24, 1990, and they had three daughters: Shaul born 1990, Sherilyn born 1996, and Kaylie Marie born 2002. One of his daughters, Raquel Diaz, also entered the wrestling business.

Substance abuse fueled a near-fatal car crash in early 1999 that threw him 100 feet from his vehicle and caused serious pelvic injuries. He is the uncle of Chavo Guerrero Jr., who was only three years younger, and cousin of Mexican wrestlers Enrique Llanes and Javier Llanes.

Legacy

Posthumously inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame, the Wrestling Observer Newsletter Hall of Fame, and the AAA Hall of Fame, Guerrero is remembered for his technical skill and charisma. TNA Wrestling aired a tribute graphic after his death in 2005, and wrestlers honored him with signs and wristbands. His catchphrase I lie, I cheat, I steal became a hallmark, and his legacy continues through his nephew Chavo Guerrero Jr. and his daughter Raquel, who both wrestled. He is remembered for his in-ring work, Latino Heat persona, and 2004 WWE Championship win.

Filmography.

FILMS · 149

The complete filmography of Eddie Guerrero — every film, TV show, and documentary credit, ranked by popularity.

TV

WWE Friday Night SmackDown

1999

TV

NWA World Championship Wrestling

1985

TV

Dark Side of the Ring

2019

TV

WCW Monday Nitro

1995

TV

WWE Rivals

2022

TV

Clash of the Champions

1988

TV

Biography: WWE Legends

2021

TV

Ruthless Aggression

2020

TV

Wrestlemania Rewind

2014

TV

WWE Untold

2018

TV

WWE Pay per View

1985

TV

MADtv

1995

Movie

WWE WrestleMania XX

2004

TV

WCW Thunder

1998

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Awards & honors.

AWARDS · 3

Every award, honor, and recognition received by Eddie Guerrero — Grammys, hall-of-fame inductions, civic honors, lifetime achievements.

WWE Hall of Fame
Wrestling Observer Newsletter Hall of Fame
AAA Hall of Fame

Notable quotes.

QUOTES · 5

A wall of memorable lines from Eddie Guerrero — lyrics, interviews, and off-the-cuff remarks captured over a lifetime.

To Chyna: I Know You Want to Shake Your Bom-bom with Me, Mamacita!
You Want Some Latino Heat?
If You’re Not Cheating, You’re Not Trying.
Viva La Raza!
I Lie, I Cheat, and I Steal.

Did you know?

FACTS · 32

Little-known facts about Eddie Guerrero — origins, oddities, and behind-the-scenes details from a public life.

TNA Wrestling, despite competing with WWE, aired a memorial graphic for Eddie Guerrero and had wrestlers pay tribute with signs and wristbands.
Before his death, Eddie Guerrero was planned to win the World Heavyweight Championship against then-champion Dave Bautista and Randy Orton.
In early 1999, Eddie Guerrero suffered serious injuries when he crashed his car, was thrown 100 feet, and sustained pelvis injuries while he was leading a group in WCW feuding with nephew Chavo Guerrero Sr.
Because of the age difference with his brothers at least ten years, Eddie Guerrero felt like a third-generation wrestler, inheriting not just his father’s feuds but his brothers’.
Eddie Guerrero was a published author.
Eddie Guerrero wrestled in Japan under a mask as Black Tiger and in Mexico as half of El Gringos Locos with Love Machine Art Barr.
Eddie Guerrero was the younger brother of Hector Guerrero.
Although not part of the infamous walkout in WCW, Eddie Guerrero was one of seven wrestlers who spoke to Busch the day before and asked for his release.
Eddie Guerrero won his first WWE Championship by beating Brock Lesnar on February 15, 2004, which would be his only WWE title reign.
Eddie Guerrero defended his WWE Championship against Kurt Angle at WrestleMania XX in 2004 and retained the title.
Eddie Guerrero worked the March 2002 tour for New Japan Pro Wrestling.
After winning the WWE Championship, Eddie Guerrero became the second Hispanic wrestler to ever win the title, after WWE Hall of Famer Pedro Morales.
In May 2004, Eddie Guerrero was involved in an intense feud with John Layfield that included a story-lined heart attack of his mother, his arrest for damages to Bradshaw’s limousine, and a gory match at Judgment Day 2004 where he bled profusely and required hospitalization.
In April 1992, Eddie Guerrero earned four points in New Japan’s Top of the Super Junior tournament.
Eddie Guerrero fought his last match against Mr. Kennedy.
Eddie Guerrero was a former member of the WWF team The Radicalz.
Eddie Guerrero was the youngest of six children, with brothers Chavo Guerrero Sr., Hector Guerrero, and Armando Guerrero, and sisters Mary and Linda.
Eddie Guerrero was a former WWE United States, Intercontinental, and European champion.
Eddie Guerrero was a former ECW Television Champion.
Eddie Guerrero faced Rey Mysterio in a steel cage match on September 9, 2005, when SmackDown moved to Friday nights.
Eddie Guerrero defeated Rey Mysterio in a steel cage match at the first ever Friday Night SmackDown.
Eddie Guerrero faced Batista at No Mercy for the World Heavyweight Championship and lost.
Eddie Guerrero faced Rey Mysterio at Summerslam on August 21, 2005, and lost.
Eddie Guerrero’s children with wife Vickie Guerrero include Shaul born 1990, Sherilyn born 1996, and Kaylie Marie born 2002.
In October 1994, wrestling under a hood as Black Tiger alongside Great Sasuke, Eddie Guerrero won the Junior Heavyweight Super Grade Tag League for New Japan Pro Wrestling.
In June 2004, Eddie Guerrero lost the WWE title to John Layfield at the Great American Bash.
In February 2005, Eddie Guerrero won the tag team championship with Rey Mysterio at No Way Out.
On August 21, 2005, Eddie Guerrero lost his match against Rey Mysterio at Summerslam.
In February 2004, Eddie Guerrero defeated Brock Lesnar for the WWE title.
In February 2005, along with Rey Mysterio, Eddie Guerrero defeated the Basham Brothers to capture the WWE Tag Team Titles at No Way Out.
Eddie Guerrero returned to WWE when he interfered in Rob Van Dam’s match after RVD beat Booker T on WWF RAW.
Eddie Guerrero faced Luther Reigns at No Mercy in October 2005.

You wanted to know.

FAQ · 41

Quick answers to the questions readers ask most about Eddie Guerrero.

When was Eddie Guerrero born?

Eddie Guerrero was born on October 9, 1967 in El Paso, Texas.
Where was Eddie Guerrero born?

Eddie Guerrero was born in El Paso, Texas, USA.
When did Eddie Guerrero die?

Eddie Guerrero died on November 13, 2005 at the age of 38.
How old was Eddie Guerrero when he died?

Eddie Guerrero was 38 years old when he died.
Where did Eddie Guerrero die?

Eddie Guerrero died in Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA.
How did Eddie Guerrero die?

Eddie Guerrero died from natural causes related to arteriosclerotic heart disease, exacerbated by his past struggles with drugs and alcohol.
What is Eddie Guerrero's real name?

Eddie Guerrero’s real name is Eduardo Gory Guerrero Llanes.
What was Eddie Guerrero's occupation?

Eddie Guerrero was a professional wrestler, actor, and soundtrack artist.
What nationality was Eddie Guerrero?

Eddie Guerrero was American.
Who were Eddie Guerrero's parents?

Eddie Guerrero’s father was Gory Guerrero, a legendary wrestler. His mother is not named in available sources.
Who was Eddie Guerrero married to?

Eddie Guerrero was married to Vickie Guerrero from April 24, 1990 until his death.
How many children did Eddie Guerrero have?

Eddie Guerrero had three daughters: Shaul born 1990, Sherilyn born 1996, and Kaylie Marie born 2002.
Who were Eddie Guerrero's siblings?

Eddie Guerrero had three brothers: Mando Guerrero, Héctor Guerrero, and Chavo Guerrero Sr. He also had two sisters named Mary and Linda.
What schools did Eddie Guerrero attend?

Eddie Guerrero attended Jefferson High School, University of New Mexico, and New Mexico Highlands University.
What awards did Eddie Guerrero win?

Eddie Guerrero was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame, Wrestling Observer Newsletter Hall of Fame, and AAA Hall of Fame.
What is Eddie Guerrero best known for?

Eddie Guerrero is best known for his WWE Championship win at No Way Out 2004, his Latino Heat persona, and his matches on SmackDown! and WrestleMania XX.
How tall was Eddie Guerrero?

Eddie Guerrero was 5 feet 8 inches 1.73 m tall.
What were Eddie Guerrero's nicknames?

Eddie Guerrero was known as Latino Heat, Mascara Magica, Black Tiger II, and El Caliente.
What aliases did Eddie Guerrero use?

Eddie Guerrero used the aliases Eddy the Giant, Eddy Guerrero, Latino Heat, and Black Tiger.
Who were Eddie Guerrero's relatives?

Eddie Guerrero was the uncle of Chavo Guerrero Jr. and cousin of Enrique Llanes and Javier Llanes, all wrestlers in Mexico.
What championships did Eddie Guerrero win in ECW?

Eddie Guerrero won the ECW Television Championship by defeating Dean Malenko.
How did Eddie Guerrero win the WCW Cruiserweight Championship?

Eddie Guerrero won the WCW Cruiserweight Championship by defeating Chris Jericho.
What was the Radicalz in WWE?

The Radicalz was a stable in WWE consisting of Eddie Guerrero, Chris Benoit, Dean Malenko, and Perry Saturn, who debuted together in 2000.
Who were Los Guerreros?

Los Guerreros was a tag team formed by Eddie Guerrero and his nephew Chavo Guerrero Jr. They won the WWE Tag Team Championship by defeating Team Angle.
What was the Latino World Order?

The Latino World Order was a stable in WCW led by Eddie Guerrero, including Rey Mysterio Jr., La Parka, Psychosis, and Juventud Guerrera.
Did Eddie Guerrero survive a serious car accident?

Yes, in early 1999 Eddie Guerrero crashed his car, was thrown 100 feet, and suffered serious pelvic injuries while feuding with his nephew Chavo Guerrero Sr. in WCW.
What was Eddie Guerrero's masked persona in Japan?

Eddie Guerrero wrestled in Japan under a mask as Black Tiger, and in Mexico as half of El Gringos Locos with Art Barr.
Why did Eddie Guerrero feud with John Layfield?

Eddie Guerrero’s feud with John Bradshaw Layfield in 2004 involved a story-lined heart attack of Guerrero’s mother, his arrest for damaging Layfield’s limousine, and a bloody match at Judgment Day that sent Guerrero to the hospital.
Who defeated Eddie Guerrero for the WWE Championship?

Eddie Guerrero lost the WWE Championship to John Bradshaw Layfield at the Great American Bash in June 2004.
Who was Eddie Guerrero's last opponent?

Eddie Guerrero’s final match was against Mr. Kennedy on SmackDown!
What was Eddie Guerrero's famous catchphrase?

Eddie Guerrero’s catchphrase was I lie, I cheat, I steal, which he used throughout his WWE career.
When did Eddie Guerrero win the WWE Championship?

Eddie Guerrero won the WWE Championship on February 15, 2004 at No Way Out by defeating Brock Lesnar.
Who did Eddie Guerrero defend his WWE Championship against at WrestleMania XX?

Eddie Guerrero defended his WWE Championship against Kurt Angle at WrestleMania XX in 2004 and retained the title.
When did Eddie Guerrero win the tag team championship with Rey Mysterio?

Eddie Guerrero won the WWE Tag Team Championship with Rey Mysterio at No Way Out in February 2005, defeating the Basham Brothers.
Did Eddie Guerrero defeat Rey Mysterio in a steel cage match?

Yes, Eddie Guerrero defeated Rey Mysterio in a steel cage match at the first ever Friday Night SmackDown.
How many times was Eddie Guerrero WWE Champion?

Eddie Guerrero was WWE Champion only once, winning the title in 2004.
What was Eddie Guerrero's finishing move?

Eddie Guerrero used the Frog Splash as his finishing move, often preceded by the Three Amigos suplexes.
Did Eddie Guerrero team with his nephew Chavo Guerrero Jr.?

Yes, Eddie Guerrero formed the tag team Los Guerreros with his nephew Chavo Guerrero Jr. and they won the WWE Tag Team Championship.
How did Eddie Guerrero return to WWE?

Eddie Guerrero returned to WWE by interfering in Rob Van Dam’s match after RVD defeated Booker T on WWF RAW.
What was Eddie Guerrero's role in the so-called WCW walkout?

Eddie Guerrero was not part of the WCW walkout but was one of seven wrestlers who asked for his release from the company.
What did Eddie Guerrero achieve in New Japan Pro Wrestling?

In October 1994, Eddie Guerrero won the Junior Heavyweight Super Grade Tag League with Great Sasuke while wrestling as Black Tiger.

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