"I saw how at times he would get frustrated with me and I would get frustrated with him. Anyways I know Eddie had a lot to do with how the angle panned out. Heres how it works. "'I can't drive my car in this. He was getting paid to appear on TV with his dad, and when he wasn't busy with that, he joined ring announcer Tony Chimel's kids and made some extra cash picking up wrestlers' jackets after they made their entrances and bringing them back to the locker room. "As far as being able to fill in his shoes, I think it's more of the fact that I have to outgrow his shoes," Dominik said, suddenly not so soft-spoken. David Arquette Admits To Feeling Inferior To Courteney Cox While She Was On Friends, And Explained How He Worked Through Those Feelings, Nick Cannon Reacts To The Red Table Talk Cancellation, Related It To Will Smith And Chris Rock's Oscars Slap. Eddie Guerrero had many memorable storylines in WWE Eddie Guerrero made sure that everyone wanted to know who Dominik Mysterio's Papi was. Dominik received confirmation when he was backstage at a "Monday Night Raw" taping at the WWE Performance Center in Orlando, Florida, a couple weeks later. [35][36] On the first night of the event on April 2, Dominik and Rey lost to Miz and Paul. Indeed, Eddie Guerrero managed to become a world-famous wrestler with an everlasting legacy in his short-lived career. Dominik Mysterio has proven to the WWE Universe that he indeed is his father's son with his quickness and flexibility in the ring. [40] The following week, Dominik confronted Edge backstage and shoved him. Dominic:For me personally it was definitely an experience. I dont know if I think I thought it [was real], but like, I think I thought I would eventually go home with Eddie if he won. He often mimics the late star's taunts and moves, such as The Three Amigos (Triple Rolling Vertical Suplex). He was making money at that age so they were paying him which you know everything panned out the way it shouldve been thanks to Eddie because I believeEddie and Who helped Eddie with the story? NEXT:Goldberg Reacts To Roman Reigns' Shot At His "Stupid" Pre-Match Ritual. The name is fitting since Rey, Spanish for King, would love nothing more than to pass down the Mysterio legacy to his son. [45] At Crown Jewel on November 5, Dominik, Blor, and Priest defeated The O.C. Eddie Guerrero makes it personal with Rey Mysterio WWE 93.6M subscribers 24M views 9 years ago Eddie Guerero reveals a secret about Rey Mysterio's son Dominic. That's why dom is so tall. The idea for the angle was more apropos for a soap opera than the squared circle. Thanks to a recommendation from Rey's close friend Chris Jericho, Dominik left the United States to train with former WWE wrestler and acclaimed trainer Lance Storm in Calgary, Alberta. .I didnt even know the bedtime story. He stated. "It was funny. It's something that really surprised us, and didn't, because he's been around it from the outside. He estimates 40 people, at most, were sitting in the "crappy" gymnasium to watch him perform. The year 2005 presented a featured storyline on WWE's SmackDown brand consisting of the real-life best friends Rey Mysterio and Eddie Guerrero. Your login session has expired. The eight-month-long Mysterio-Guerrero saga culminated in a ladder match at SummerSlam 2005, with "custody" of Dominik on the line. "Not only myself, but Konnan as well. Shaul got engaged with Matt Rehwoldt in December 2014. Dominik's first stop was Tampa, Florida, to train with two-time Ring of Honor champion Jay Lethal. Eddie Guerrero was at the pinnacle of wrestling and entertainment. The camera regularly cut to a concerned Dominik sporting an oversized button-down shirt, sitting in the front row as he watched his father take part in one of the most physically demanding matches of his career. "I was just enjoying traveling and not being in school," Dominik said. The Latino Heat believed that Dominik was his son, and that fact was kept a "secret" by Rey all along. But for me, to able to to share the ring with my son and with one of my best friends, and not only share it, but be emotional, in every sense of the way. On the latest WWE SmackDown, Dominik Mysterio said he wished Eddie Guerrero was his biological father in an attempt to mock Rey Mysterio during his Hall of Fame induction announcement. He said the initial plan for his son was to sign with WWE, get a developmental deal and start training at the Performance Center. Well, turns out a lot of people, as was revealed by Dominick himself on a recent edition of WWE Untold. As of now, she is dating a sportsman, AJ Hernandez. To make sure you never miss out on your favourite NEW stories, we're happy to send you some reminders, Click 'OK' then 'Allow' to enable notifications, .css-o3g03s{color:black;}Published20:02,24 January 2017 GMT.css-1aaqh7x{color:#666666;}@media (min-width:1024px){.css-1aaqh7x{color:#666666;}}| Last updated14:40,20 March 2018 GMT. We would like to send you notifications for the latest news and updates. Visit our corporate site (opens in new tab). Eddie Guerrero claimed that Dominik was . wrestling is real and yes eddie IS the father. The two feuded on WWE TV over who was thefather of Rey's real-life son Dominic. [55] During the 2023 Hall of Fame ceremony, Dominik, Ripley and Priest remained seated while the rest of the roster stood up to applaud Rey during his entrance for his Hall of Fame induction. Eddie Guerrero was born to rumble in the ring. After graduating from high school, he decided on his own that he wanted to follow in his father's footsteps. The results are pre-determined and the competitors in the ring don't really hate each other. Dominik is well aware of the expectations that come with being a third-generation wrestler. [57], On the Raw after WrestleMania 39, Dominik confronted Bad Bunny for his involvement in Dominik's match against Rey. Eddie Guerrero and Sporadic Appearances (2003-2010) . [26] At the Royal Rumble on January 31, 2021, he entered his first Royal Rumble match at #21, eliminating King Corbin but was eliminated by Bobby Lashley. The trio then left their seats and walked backstage as Rey was about to start his induction speech. Learn here. Dominik accompanied Edge and Rey for their match against The Judgment Day at Clash at the Castle on September 3, which Edge and Rey won. "Ever since that custody match, that's all I hear.". Love you dad, Today we begin our Journey!!! He had his first storyline in the summer of 2005 as part of a storyline between his father and Eddie Guerrero, in which the two rivals fought for custody of him. Dominik scar Gutirrez (born April 5, 1997) is an American professional wrestler of Mexican descent. He's already heard his fair share of criticism before he's even stepped inside a ring for his first match. The family connections to this event go deep. RAW Superstar Dominik Mysterio was a recent guest on My Mom's Basement to discuss all things WWE. SummerSlam 2020 might be the site of Dominik's first match, but his story in the WWE began on Aug. 21, 2005. But there isn't a single moment during his interviews when he. Copyright 2023 Fightful, Inc. All Rights Reserved. To complete the subscription process, please click the link in the email we just sent you. Once Dominik expressed interest, Rey reflected on his own experience breaking into the wrestling business more than 30 years prior, and it informed how he decided how he wanted to train his son. Mysterio couldve just been a great child actor based on some of those reactions, though the WWE superstar assured it was a mix of his confusion and shy nature that really sold the emotion. Shortly after the relationship, they gave birth to Kaylie was born in 2002. Dominik scar Gutirrez (born April 5, 1997) is an American professional wrestler of Mexican descent. [46] On Christmas Eve, Dominik and Ripley visited Dominik's grandparents' home. It was not SummerSlam, that's for sure.". This hilarious tidbit would certainly explain why Dominik Mysterio looked so stressed during footage from the match. He has always dedicated his success to the family. [8], Before he became a pro wrestler, Gutirrez went to WWE events to see his father on several occasions. "I was like, 'What are you talking about? I was really a kid. Rey's reaction. Rhea Ripley caught on to the trend and adopted the 'Mami' nickname. Mysterio and his wife would then come out with Dominik. Eddie married Vickie Guerrero in 1990. He never bitched and took his bumps and paid his dues.". Dominik Mysterio has quickly become the talk of the town on WWE RAW. As per the storyline, Eddie had left Dominik with Rey when he was a newborn as Eddie could not take care of Dominik. The scene called for Dominik to ask "Uncle Eddie" to push him down a slide. I want to take the Mysterio name to somewhere it hasn't been before.". Previously, she was signed by World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE) in October of 2010 as a developmental talent. Dominic Gutierrez - Rey Mysterio's 27 Years Old Son Heading For His WWE Debut. I had many matches for years before I got opportunities to make a dime wrestling or work in front of a crowd or a big stage. To this date, fans love this plot. Almost 15 years on from the battle between Rey Mysterio and Eddie Guerrero for custofy of Dominick, people still aren't sure who his real dad is. "He's been around this industry since he was a little kid. The wrestling bug wouldn't grab hold of him until much later in life. The Fiend for the WWE Universal Championship, Mandy Rose vs. Sonya Deville in a No DQ, loser leaves WWE match, Asuka challenges for two titles", "WWE Payback results: Powell's review of The Fiend vs. Bray Wyatt vs. Roman Reigns vs. Braun Strowman in a Triple Threat for the WWE Universal Championship, Keith Lee vs. Randy Orton, Sasha Banks and Bayley vs. Shayna Baszler and Nia Jax for the WWE Women's Tag Titles, Matt Riddle vs. King Corbin", "8/31 WWE Raw Results: Powell's live review of Dominik Mysterio vs. Seth Rollins, Randy Orton vs. Kevin Owens, and Keith Lee vs. Dolph Ziggler for a spot in a Triple Threat to become No. Hilariously enough, Mysterio revealed that he ultimately reasoned he could live with the Guerrero family if he had to, which would have been wild. [24], As part of the 2020 Draft in October, Mysterio was drafted to the SmackDown brand. [13] On the March 19, 2019, episode of SmackDown Live, Dominik appeared on the show with his father, Rey Mysterio, who announced that he would be facing Samoa Joe for the WWE United States Championship at WrestleMania 35 on April 7. One of the things that people often find confusing is whether Eddie had a son. I rememberbeing in third grade when we were doing this angle, and I remember going back to school and people started asking me who was picking me up. However, it is unclear why Tara and Eddie separated.