Eddie Guerrero rose to the top in early 2004 when he defeated Brock Lesnar in the main event of No Way Out and won the WWE Championship. Guerrero passed away in the very same city where Brian Pill man had unexpectedly passed away eight years earlier, who also lost his life to a heart condition. You are nearing the transfer limit for memorials managed by Find a Grave. em em According to a variety of sources, most notably including Stephanie McMahon, Eddie chose to give up the championship, claiming it was too much pressure for him. You may not upload any more photos to this memorial, This photo was not uploaded because this memorial already has 20 photos, This photo was not uploaded because you have already uploaded 5 photos to this memorial, This photo was not uploaded because this memorial already has 30 photos, This photo was not uploaded because you have already uploaded 15 photos to this memorial. Learn about the cause of death and the details surrounding his untimely passing. Thats mind-blowing. Please reset your password. WebThe official cause of death announced for Eddie Guerrero was heart failure. and by the time the paramedics arrived at the scene, Eddie was declared dead. Chavo broke the news to him, and according to him, Benoit just 'wailed' on the phone. In the early 90s, WWE owner Vince McMahon was under scrutiny Family members linked to this person will appear here. Eduardo Eddie Guerrerofirst gained momentum in the early 90s while wrestling for New Japan Pro Wrestling. He quickly found his footing in the company as his infamous Latino Heat persona that followed him throughout his WWE career. Guerrero stayed with WCW until 2000 as he became one of the staple wrestlers in the company. GREAT NEWS! Hed go on to successfully defend the title against Kurt Angle and JBL, before abruptly dropping the title to the latter challenger. I dont think it was him., Chris killed his second wife, Nancy, and 7-year-old son, Daniel, before hanging himself on June 24, 2007, in Georgia. He was a high flyer whose frog splash off the top rope remains an all time great finisher in the wrestling business. It should be little surprise then, that many have spoken out about how hard Eddies death was for Benoit to absorb. They found him unresponsive on the floor and called9-1-1 around 7:30 am. Guerrero had also been involved in steroid use that may have impacted his health. or don't show this againI am good at figuring things out. I think something terribly went wrong. Chavos career and legacy would always remained intertwined with his more celebrated uncle, though sadly he would not reach the same heights. Failed to delete flower. He's the author of the wrestling book, The Long Way Home. His character of Latino Heat that lied, cheated and stole his way to the top of the WWE resonated with the fanbase who took the Texan native under Some of Chavos being underutilized surely has to do with creative choices, too, for example sticking him in a dead end feud with Hornswoggle that seemed to run forever and arguably squandered the end of his physical prime. Chris, who was 40, had the brain of an 88-year-old with Alzheimers, David said. Some have speculated that he had overdosed on drugs, and others wonder if he had relapsed into alcoholism. Prior to this he had some brief stints withWCW initially debuting as a jobber in 1989. Eddie Guerrero. On November 13, 2005, Guerrero died tragically and left the I mean, he could have been the absolute greatest of all time because when I wrestled him, he was still in that top three we were talking about, so Eddie had it all. Vickie Guerrero Has A Major Regret From The Day Eddie Guerrero Died Today is Eddie Guerreros 16th death anniversary. He said the last time he spoke to his dad was on Fathers Day 2007, when they talked for two hours. He was quite arguably an even better heel for his ability to sell devious scheming and arrogance. WebWhen Guerrero died in November 2005 of an enlarged heart, Benoit's world came tumbling down. champion when he defeated Brock Lesnar, a former college wrestling champion from the University of Minnesota. The Tragic Death of WWE Hall of Famer High Chief Peter Maivia, Who Passed Before His Grandson, Dwayne The Rock Johnson, Became a Star. WebGuerrero was found dead on the bathroom floor of his room and had seemingly died while brushing his teeth as he was found face down with a toothbrush in his mouth. No matter how bad my personal situation is, when I step into the ring, all my troubles disappear. At the time of the Eddie Guerrero death, he was at his peak for physical fitness. If you notice a problem with the translation, please send a message to [emailprotected] and include a link to the page and details about the problem. That played a role, David said. Eddie Guerrero continued to stay on top as one of the biggest attractions in the business. Thats what, at the beginning, gave me some closure. Use the links under See more to quickly search for other people with the same last name in the same cemetery, city, county, etc. Guerrero saw his stardom peak in the WWE, but that came to a tragic death at quite a young age, making his story and legacy in the ring that much more impactful. For memorials with more than one photo, additional photos will appear here or on the photos tab. In May of 2001, Eddie was sent to rehab after he became addicted to pain medication. Thanks for your help! Which memorial do you think is a duplicate of Eddie Guerrero (12341545)? During this time, Guerrero was wrestling in New Japan Pro Wrestling as the Black Tiger from 1993 to 1996. Use Next and Previous buttons to navigate, or jump to a slide with the slide dots. Her manager said that when he walked in her bedroom, he found her with two prescription bottles next to her, one for Ambien and one similar to Xanax, an anti-axiety medication. As it was locked, he said that the door's latch had to be cut. When Eddie passed, Vickie was left a widow. photo: Michelle Porteous Price. Behind his entertaining charisma, he remained a fan favorite that saw him have an incredible feud with JBL that endeared him even fourth to fans. Have a comment about EddieGuerrero? He was found lying on the bathroom floor unconscious with a toothbrush in his mouth. 0 cemeteries found in Scottsdale, Maricopa County, Arizona, USA. Get the occasional email with the latest wrestling tributes and memorials, Search by ring name, real name, cause of death, organization, time period (2000s, etc) or specific year, WWE Hall of Famer Ravishing Rick Rude was an amazing individual in and out of the ring. His release would be short lived. cemeteries found in Scottsdale, Maricopa County, Arizona, USA will be saved to your photo volunteer list. I saw no indication of foul play, no vomit, no blood. Guerrero hit his stride in WWE, finally arriving as a main event player. Supposedly the addiction stemmedfrom a car accident he sufferedin the late 90s. Monday Nitro, October 2, 1995. He was inducted by Chris Benoit, Chavo Jr., and Rey Mysterio. He is survived by his wife, Vickie, and his daughters Shaul, Sherilyn and Kaylie Marie, the W.W.E. Unfortunately, in a Texas Bullrope match at The Great American Bash, he lost the belt to JBL. the La Pareja del Terror (The Pair of Terror), Barr died in 1995 before they could participate, enormous popularity in his wrestling career, one of the biggest attractions in the business, with longtime friend and rival Rey Mysterio. WebEddie Guerrero Eduardo Gory Guerrero Llanes [1] (October 9, 1967 November 13, 2005) [2] was an American professional wrestler. Loving HusbandAlways TogetherDaddy, you are the champion of our heartsalways and forever.Your memories will never be forgotten.Matthew 25:21 Well done, good and faithful servant. It feels good. He was 38. According to news coverage at the time of Eddies death, Chavo and hotel personnel went to Eddies room to check on him after he failed to respond to a wake up call, only to find him already unconciouson the floor. As per the medical report, he died of acute heart failure related to arteriosclerotic heart disease. The Undertaker Forced To Manage Eddie Guerrero's Funeral Published November 17, 2005 STAMFORD, CTIn a ringside announcement before 50,000 screaming, mourning fans, WWE commissioner Vince McMahon ordered The Undertaker to arrange the burial ceremony for his recently deceased nemesis Eddie Guerrero. exactly 14 years ago. WebEddie Guerrero was one of the most famous personalities in all of WWE Eddie Guerrero died at the age of 38. On one hand, its inspiring to know that Guerrero ended his life on these terms, not as slave to his addictions but largely healthy and happy. On December 8, 2005, the Hennepin County Medical Examiner released the findings of an autopsy. A World Wrestling Entertainment star was found dead in his hotel room Sunday in Minneapolis, where he was scheduled to appear that evening in a WWE show. The Learn more about managing a memorial . To view a photo in more detail or edit captions for photos you added, click the photo to open the photo viewer. Guerrero would fall out of the WWE title picture but had a Tag Team title run with longtime friend and rival Rey Mysterio. Former WWE Superstar reveals that Eddie Guerrero died in his arms. The biggest score was when he upset champion Brock Lesnar at No Way Out 2004. That position helped him carry many titles, such as the United States Heavyweight Championship and Cruiserweight Championship, during his four-year run with the business. Although many wrestlers have died before age 50, Eddiewas only 38 years oldat the time of his death. They found signs of heart disease. He was 38 at the time of his untimely death. Is Mr. Kennedy responsible for Eddies death? Guerrero was a featured star on the UPN series WWE Smackdown! and son of Mexican wrestler Gory Guerrero. Last year, he became the second wrestler of Hispanic heritage to be WWE champion, though he lost the title four months later. Year should not be greater than current year. Eddie Guerrero died in his Marriott City Center hotel room in Minneapolis, MN on November 13th, 2005. His nephew said Guerrero was open about past drug and alcohol abuse but had been sober for four years. He Chose To Give Up The WWE Championship Before He Passed, 10. Eddie was just thirty-eight years old at the time of his death. Eddie Guerrero is widely regarded as one of the greatest wrestlers in professional wrestling history. Oops, we were unable to send the email. This flower has been reported and will not be visible while under review. He Died Unexpectedly In The Same City As Brian Pillman, 3. Eddieleft behindhis wife Vickie and three daughters. And in 2017, Kurt Angle named him one of the top three wrestlers of all time. WebEduardo Guerrero. Eddie Guerrero won his first world championship when he pinned Brock Lesnar at No Way Out 2004. 3 min read. Guerreros blood vessels were confined, which restricted the flow of blood and oxygen to the heart. We were just laughing and getting ready to make plans for the summer. This is a carousel with slides. Eddie Guerreros grave is located at Green Acres Memorial Park in Scottsdale, AZ. The second go-round, Eddie was better. WebDiscovery of Chynas dead body in her bedroom was caught on tape. Working under the name Raquel Diaz, she was a successful performer, who probably oculd have made the main roster, but wound up choosing to step away, purportedly because she was dealing with an eating disorder. Whether he would have been in line for the world title push when Batista got injured that winter, would have gotten the title reign earmarked for Mysterio at WrestleMania 22, or might have traded the belt with King Booker in the summer to follow, its unlikely that we had seen the last of Guerrero on top of SmackDown. Also shocking was that back in 1999, Guerrero had nearly died from a serious car accident. There is a problem with your email/password. In 2009, Rey Mysterio announced that he would be entering rehab for a pain killer addiction. Are you sure that you want to delete this memorial? There was a problem getting your location. Your new password must contain one or more uppercase and lowercase letters, and one or more numbers or special characters. Resend Activation Email, Please check the I'm not a robot checkbox, If you want to be a Photo Volunteer you must enter a ZIP Code or select your location on the map. This is a huge loss, said WWE chairman Vince McMahon. To use this feature, use a newer browser. Chavo was alerted and made his way to Eddie's room. Eddie Guerrero was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame in 2006. Could another wrestler patch things up with Triple H like CM Punk did? Verify and try again. There was an error deleting this problem. Anzaldo revealed that some of her ashes will be spread in the Pacific Ocean and some will be interred at a place fans can visit, with a location still to be determined. It was heart failure. Details here. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); No spam. Moving up the Ranks: Eddie Guerrero defeats Brock Lesnar and wins the WWE Championship at No Way Out (February 15, 2004). PHOTO: WWE. He injured his elbow in his very first match. The choice demonstrated humility in Eddie and perhaps a sense of self confidence that he had not yet peaked, and could make it back to the top and reclaim the top prize in the business when he was in the right mental state. An autopsy is planned. Anzaldo said they will continue filming during the investigation of her death as Chyna wanted this documentary to be truthful and raw. The documentary started filming when Chyna returned from a stint in Japan teaching English language at a school. Before guys like The Miz and Roman Reigns, there was Eddie Guerrero. None were more broken up about it than Chris Benoit himself. 13 Nov 2005 (aged 38) Minneapolis, Hennepin County, Minnesota, USA. UPN also aired a special last year on his life, Cheating Death, Stealing Life: The Eddie Guerrero Story. The program chronicled Guerreros childhood and his struggle with drug addiction that almost cost him his job, family and life. He was the son of the Mexican wrestler Gory Guerrero. Eddie Guerreros grave at Green Acres Memorial Park in Scottsdale, AZ. Eddies passing came as a shock to everyone, from his family to his fans. He had CTE. He mentioned Guerrero by name and said he didnt want to meet the same fate as the late pro wrestler. The creation of Smackdown gave Guerrero the platform to take off to the next level as he worked his way into the WWE championship picture in 2004. He also notably came from a legendary wrestling family, complete with relatives like his father Gory, and his older brothers Chavo Sr., Mando, and Hector who preceded him as major stars of lucha libre, and his nephew Chavo Jr. who was largely his contemporary in the squared circle. Try again later. To add a flower, click the Leave a Flower button. In an interview with Vice (via Complex), Chavo explained that he was the one who was notified by hotel security that Guerrero didnt respond to a wake-up call. Colin Vassallo has been editor of Wrestling-Online since 1996. WebPreliminary reports of the autopsy on Eddie Guerrero suggests a heart failure according to his wife Vickie. Remove advertising from a memorial by sponsoring it for just $5. Tributes to Guerrero aired on Raw and SmackDown after his death. Still, Eddienever truly broke out of midcard status with WCW, which prompted his move to the WWF in 2000. Our own hearts go out to his nephew, fellow WWE star Chavo Guerrero Jr. Its well documented that Eddie Guerrero was close friends with Chris Benoit, to the point that WWE allowed the friendship to transcend kayfabe as the two were not only occasional partners and allies but shared a very special moment celebrating in the ring at the end of WrestleMania XXas the two WWE world champions. Becoming a Find a Grave member is fast, easy and FREE. As a subscriber, you have 10 gift articles to give each month. I thought everything is okayhes just trying to cover up his injuries, but then I started seeing that I was driving him everywhere. Eddie Guerrero dies from heart failure (due to atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease). That According to the autopsy, the cause was a heart ailment, made worse by his earlier use of recreational drugs and steroids. MINNEAPOLIS, Nov. 14 - Eddie Guerrero, a World Wrestling Entertainment star, was found dead in his hotel room Sunday in Minneapolis, where he was scheduled to appear that evening in a WWE Supershow. Unfortunately, his uncle was on the bathroom floor clutching a toothbrush by the time he and security accessed Guerreros room. Needless to say, the wrestling world was devastated when the former WWE champ was found unresponsive in a Minneapolis hotel room. Please try again later. His father, Gory Guerrero, had been a well-known wrestler in Mexico, and his three older brothers, Chavo, Hector, and Mando, were all wrestlers as well. He found Eddie passed out on the floor and "gurgling". Your login session has expired. Search above to list available cemeteries. Weve updated the security on the site. Even on the tribute show, Benoit was sobbing and in visible pain over the loss of his friend. Eddie also had three daughters, Shaul, Sherilyn, and Kaylie. WebToday marks 15 years since the tragic death of the legendary Eddie Guerrero. While the wrestler had cleaned himself up of his demons since he hit rock bottom in 2001, he was unfortunately not able to escape the damage that had already been done to his body. This browser does not support getting your location. Follow him on Twitter @miketchin. Web Vickie Guerrero Has A Major Regret From The Day Eddie Guerrero Died Today is Eddie Guerreros 16th death anniversary. Theres a very real argument that Chavo achieved the peak of his wrestling career not at the climax of a big angle, but in one special night. The angle included the WWE audience meeting Vickie Guerrero. David Benoit, the son of former WWE wrestler Chris Benoit, recently opened up for the first time about the murder-suicide his father committed in 2007, and David is convinced Chris wasnt himself. During an appearance on the Talk Is Jericho Just the same, it was very clear that Batista and Guerrero had more than an on screen relationship. Eduardo Gory Guerrero was featured on the UPN series "WWE Smackdown!" Check it out, Be the first one to comment on this story. Burial. He reached the top of the mountain as WWE Champion in 2004 when he pinned Brock Lesnar and progressed to a sensational rivalry with Kurt Angle. Chavo Reached The Peak Of His WWE Career The Week Of Eddies Death, 2. Guerrero earned five titles during his WWE tenure. Eddie Guerrero was found dead in Marriott Hotel City Center in Minneapolis, Minnesota. No cause of death has been reported, Guerrero is survived by his wife Vickie and three daughters: Shaul, 14, Sherilyn, 9, and Kaylie Marie, 3. Cheating Death, Stealing Life is a story of great courage and personal redemption. Sadly, in November of 2005, Eddie died due to complications of a heart condition. WebEddie Guerrero dies from heart failure (due to atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease). To me, wrestling is therapy. Guerrero started out working in the lucha libre style before he went to Japan to take his game to the next level, then working his way up through ECW, WCW, and finally WWE to arrive at the top of the business, not least of all successfully defending the WWE Championship at WrestleMania. WebEddie Guerreros death devastated many in the business as he was a beloved wrestler among his colleagues and a fan-favorite athlete. The Hennepin County Medical Examiner released the official report of the Eddie Guerrero death on December 8, 2005. His return saw him in a memorable storyline with Chyna, where he was infamously given theLatino Heat moniker. I was picking him up because he couldnt function what yall saw in the ring, he would turn on his lights in the ring. WebSubstance abuse, often leading to heart issues, being a major factor in all three of those wrestler deaths alone. This account already exists, but the email address still needs to be confirmed. An artery. Throughout, Eddie Guerrero pulls no punches describing his battles with self-doubt and inner darkness. In the main event of a SmackDown dedicated to Eddies memory, Chavo squared off against Eddies old WWE Championship rival JBL. ** FILE ** Professional wrestler Eduardo Gory Guerrero speaks at a press conference in New York in this Thursday, March 11, 2004 file photo. I want him in the Hall of Fame., The best insights from the ultimate insiders, 2023 NYP Holdings, Inc. All Rights Reserved, Five bold moves Triple H should make in 2023 WWE Draft, WWE boss McMahon hit with bias suit over scripts: Muslim wrestler 'behind 9/11,' black fighter caged, WWE left itself no choice but to create consolation championship, Old rival calls out Rey Mysterio for 'prostituting' Eddie Guerrero's name. There has been some speculation about him using performance enhancing drugs in the months leading up to his demise, and that that contributed to the issue. WebEddie Guerrero Death A glorious in-ring career came to an abrupt end when Eddie Guerrero was found dead in a hotel room on 13th November 2005 at Marriott Hotel City Guerrero was married and had three children. He loved what he did, but coming home, it was a mess.. A 2007 expos by Sports Illustrated revealed that Guerrero was among 14 WWE employees who had used steroids and human growth hormone. Could another wrestler patch things up with Triple H like CM Punk did? Please logout and login again. The official cause of death announced for Eddie Guerrero was heart failure. WebEddie Guerrero: Latest News WrestleMania facebook twitter Photos: Behind the scenes of WrestleMania 21's Hollywood parodies 09:58 Kurt Angle facebook twitter Full rivalry throwback Eddie Guerrero vs. Brock Lesnar 02:04 Rey Mysterio facebook twitter WWE on A&E Superstar Sunday: Aug. 28, 2022 05:29 Eddie Guerrero facebook twitter He died in his nephews arms while waiting for 911 responders. The format was similar to when Owen Hart died in 1999. Gwyneth Paltrow Takes An Amazing Trip Down Memory Lane With A Video In Her Closet Of All Her 90s Fashion, Get To Know Trixie Mattels Boyfriend, David Silver, Heres Why We Think Ken Jennings Net Worth Is Far Higher Than $4 Million, For details on Quillt's privacy and cookie policies, please visit our, one of the greatest technical wrestlers of all time. We may never have the final word on that, but there is no disputing that Guerrero left the mortal coil looking like a million bucks, and delivering in the ring at the very highest level, even for a guy already known for two decades of excellent performance. WebGuerrero died on November 13, 2005, after being found unresponsive in a Minneapolis Marriott hotel room. The veteran Guerrero retained his title against Kurt Angle at WrestleMania XX. You have chosen this person to be their own family member. Eddie Guerreros death announced on Fox 9 news, including comments from Vince McMahon and Chavo Guerrero. It was rumored that Eddie was scripted to soon betaking the title from Batista (who was preparing to take leave from wrestling to undergo back surgery). Please enter your email and password to sign in. No one could have guessed what a star she would become in her own right, primarily working as a heel authority figure who was most notably kayfabe attached to Edge and Eddies nephew Chavo. Benoit had called Chavo, unaware of the events that had taken place. cemeteries found within kilometers of your location will be saved to your photo volunteer list. Edit a memorial you manage or suggest changes to the memorial manager. Details here. He had tough times at certain stages of Even greater than his in-ring gifts, though, Guerrero had tremendous charisma. On the other hand, its tragic to think that wrestling and the man only got so little time with him fully in his right state of mind, and well always be left to wonder what might have been if death hadnt taken him too soon. One of the most shocking aspects of the Eddie Guerrero death was that he was so young. Michael Chin is a writer based in Las Vegas, He writes about pro wrestling for The Sportster and has followed WWE and other promotions for over 30 years. Chavo Guerrero never quite got the same opportunities as his uncle Eddie. Eddie Guerrero died at the age of 38. You can customize the cemeteries you volunteer for by selecting or deselecting below. He demonstrated tremendous heat that fed into his abilities as a brawler. Put it simply: His A system error has occurred. He was a featured star on the UPN series "WWE Smackdown!" In reality, the reason for the Eddie Guerrero death was a combination of his past drug abuse and drinking. We hope that things behind the scenes have since changed and that the latest generation of wrestling fans dont see a loss of this magnitude in their lifetime. Guerrero was found on the floor by his nephew Chavo Guerrero Jr., another WWE wrestler, whom he was supposed to meet for breakfast that day. In his early life, Guerrerograduated from El Pasos Jefferson High School in 1985. Eddie Gory Guerrero Llanes got started in the business early. The general understanding is that WWE was positioning the big man beneath Latino Heats learning tree to learn psychology and grow as an all around performer beneath the more experienced former champ. It definitely wasnt, David Benoit told Chris Van Vliet in a sit-down, on-camera interview. In that match, Eddie did fall unconscious, but he didnt die due to that match. You may request to transfer up to 250,000 memorials managed by Find a Grave. No BS. Behind the scenes, Guerrero was working closely with Batista to chart out their rivalry and matches. Given his positioning alongside Batista, however, and the way Orton was booked, there is fair enough reason to think Guerrero might have been the star left standing from this main event match. I asked him to retire, too.. This relationship is not possible based on lifespan dates. Quickly see who the memorial is for and when they lived and died and where they are buried. He initially didnt believe it and said he punched a cop when he found out. He is born and raised in Malta, follows professional wrestling and MMA, loves to travel, and is a big Apple fan! It seemed the tide had turned, and he quickly rose to main event status. Chavo Guerrero says people wanted news, so he gave them what they wanted. In an interview with Dark Side of the Ring in 2020, Eddies nephew revealed that the former was "barely clinging to life" when he found him.