Did Eddie Guerrero die in the ring? What we know so far

Did Eddie Guerrero die in the ring? What we know so far

13 November 2005 remains a shocking day in the WWE family, marked by the untimely passing of superstar Eddie Guerrero. Famously known as Latino Heat, he stood among WWE's most beloved figures, with many fans expecting him to remain a top star. His sudden departure left a void, and his legacy continues to resonate in the hearts of the wrestling world.

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Late Eddie Guerrero. Photo: Kevin Mazur/WireImage (modified by author)
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More than 15 years after his passing, Eddie Guerrero is still widely regarded as one of the best wrestlers ever. His legacy endures as a prominent member of one of the industry's best-known families and the son of first-generation wrestler Gory Guerrero. Given his untimely death, fans remain curious about the circumstances, with some wondering if he died in the ring.

Eddie Guerrero's profile summary

Full name

Eduardo Gory Guerrero Llanes

Nickname

Eddie Guerrero, Latino Heat

Gender

Male

Date of birth

9 October 1967

Date of death

13 November 2005

Age at death

38 years old

Zodiac sign

Libra

Place of birth

El Paso, Texas, U.S.

Nationality

Mexican-American

Ethnicity

Mixed

Religion

Christianity

Sexuality

Straight

Height in feet

5'8"

Height in centimetres

173

Weight in pounds

220

Weight in kilograms

100

Hair colour

Brown

Eye colour

Dark brown

Mother

Herlinda Micaela Llanes Guerrero

Father

Gory Guerrero

Siblings

5

Marital status

Married

Partner

Vickie Guerrero

Children

3

School

Thomas Jefferson High School

University

New Mexico Highlands University

Profession

Wrestler

Net worth at death

$6 million

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Who was Eddie Guererro?

Eddie was born Eduardo Gory Guerrero Llanes on 9 October 1967 in El Paso, Texas, United States. His parents were Gory and Herlinda Guerrero.

Eddie grew up with five siblings: Chavo, Hector, Linda, Mando, and Mary. He attended Thomas Jefferson High School and later pursued higher education at the University of New Mexico. He secured an athletic scholarship to study at New Mexico Highlands University.

What ethnicity was Eddie Guerrero?

Eddie had a mixed ethnicity. His father had Mexican-American roots, while his mother came from a pure Mexican background. Eddie also held American citizenship and was born under the zodiac sign Libra.

Eddie Guererro's career

Eddie gained fame as part of the Guerrero wrestling family. He began wrestling as a child, influenced by his father and brothers in Mexico. He attended wrestling promotions that his father held at the El Paso County Coliseum. At some point, his father allowed him and his nephew Chavo to wrestle each other during intermissions.

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Late wrestler Eddie Guerrero at a press conference to promote Wrestlemania XX at Planet Hollywood. Photo: Peter Kramer
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He relocated to Mexico to train as a professional wrestler when he entered collegiate wrestling. After a release in 2001, Eddie wrestled independently. He returned to WWF on 1 April 2002, won the WWE Tag Team Championship in 2002, and rose to prominence on SmackDown, ultimately securing the WWE Championship.

Did Eddie Guerrero have a wife?

The wrestler married Vickie Lynn Lara, popularly known as Vickie Guerrero. Vickie is a Mexican-American professional wrestler, manager, and retired wrestler best known for her tenure in WWE.

The lovebirds married on 24 April 1990 after three years of dating. They had two daughters, Sherilyn Amber and Shaul Marie, who also pursued a wrestling career.

What happened to Eddie Guerrero?

The iconic wrestler passed away on 13 November 2005 at 38. Eddie had collapsed, and despite medical assistance, he was pronounced dead upon the ambulance's arrival.

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Did Eddie Guerrero die in the ring?

Eddie Guerrero's death was not in the ring. Instead, he died in his hotel room. His nephew, Chavo Guerrero Jr., discovered that he was unconscious in his Minneapolis hotel room. However, efforts to help him recover were aborted.

What was Eddie Guerrero's cause of death?

Eddie died due to an acute heart attack, as revealed in the autopsy results following his passing. He had underlying atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease, which triggered the fatal attack.

His final match was on SmackDown on 11 November, and he succumbed to these health issues two days later on 13 November. Before his death, he planned to win the World Heavyweight Championship Match against then-World Champions Dave Bautista and Randy Orton.

Eddie was posthumously inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame in April 2006 despite his untimely death.

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Late Eddie Guerrero in a match against Ray Mysterio. Photo: J. Shearer/WireImage
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When was Eddie Guerrero's funeral?

Guerrero's funeral occurred on 17 November 2005, four days after his passing. "Superstar" Billy Graham officiated the service at Green Acres Memorial Park Cemetery in Scottsdale, Arizona. The Guerrero family, WWE superstars, and various speakers, including Jericho, JBL, Vince McMahon, and Eddie's siblings, participated in the ceremony.

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What was Eddie Guerrero's net worth?

Eddie Guerrero's net worth at the time of his death was approximately $6 million, as reported by Celebrity Net Worth. His wealth primarily stemmed from his successful career as a professional wrestler in the WWE.

Eddie Guerrero's departure in 2005 left an indelible mark on WWE. Known as Latino Heat, he captivated global affection. Today, his legacy endures in professional wrestling. His distinct in-ring style, compelling storytelling, and emotional connection with fans are a unique wellspring of inspiration for the next wave of wrestlers.

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