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== Key Achievements == | == Key Achievements == | ||
* | * '''WWE Champion''' (defeated [[Brock Lesnar]] at No Way Out 2004) | ||
* | * '''United States Champion''' (2x) | ||
* | * '''Intercontinental Champion''' (2x) | ||
* | * '''Tag Team Champion''' with partners including [[Chavo Guerrero]] and [[Rey Mysterio]] | ||
* Winner of several “Match of the Year” honors | * Winner of several “Match of the Year” honors | ||
* Inducted into the [[WWE Hall of Fame]] posthumously in 2006 | * Inducted into the [[WWE Hall of Fame]] posthumously in 2006 | ||
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Eddie Guerrero (October 9, 1967 – November 13, 2005) was an American professional wrestler and a member of the legendary Guerrero wrestling family. Known for his unmatched charisma, technical skill, and catchphrase “Lie, Cheat, and Steal,” Guerrero remains one of the most beloved WWE Superstars of all time.
Early Life
- Born in El Paso, Texas into the Guerrero wrestling dynasty
- Son of Gory Guerrero, a legendary Mexican wrestler and promoter
- Wrestled at the University of New Mexico and New Mexico Highlands University
Wrestling Career
- Began wrestling in Mexico and Japan before gaining prominence in ECW and WCW
- Signed with WWE (then WWF) in 2000
- Known for combining Lucha Libre high-flying with strong mat-based technique and ring psychology
Key Achievements
- WWE Champion (defeated Brock Lesnar at No Way Out 2004)
- United States Champion (2x)
- Intercontinental Champion (2x)
- Tag Team Champion with partners including Chavo Guerrero and Rey Mysterio
- Winner of several “Match of the Year” honors
- Inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame posthumously in 2006
In-Ring Persona
- Signature catchphrase: “Lie, Cheat, and Steal”
- Played a lovable trickster who would win matches through clever antics and deception — to the crowd’s delight
- Known for memorable segments involving hidden weapons, faked injuries, and classic humor
- Finishing move: Frog Splash
Rivalries and Alliances
- Feuded with Kurt Angle, Rey Mysterio, Chris Benoit, and JBL
- Formed the Los Guerreros tag team with his nephew Chavo
- Had a legendary rivalry and later deep friendship storyline with Rey Mysterio
Death and Legacy
- Passed away suddenly on November 13, 2005 due to acute heart failure
- His death shocked the wrestling world and led to multiple tribute shows and documentaries
- Remembered for inspiring a generation of Latinx and smaller-framed wrestlers to reach the top of WWE
Personal Life
- Married to Vickie Guerrero (later an on-screen personality in WWE)
- Battled addiction earlier in his career and publicly overcame it, becoming a symbol of redemption and perseverance
- Father of two daughters
Legacy
- Universally respected by fans and peers alike for his passion, work ethic, and authenticity
- A true underdog who broke barriers and left an unforgettable legacy in wrestling
- Frequently cited by top superstars like Sasha Banks, CM Punk, and Rey Mysterio as a key influence