WWE Hall of Famer Rey Mysterio, a celebrated figure in wrestling, recently addressed his son Dominik Mysterio’s career in the industry while hinting at the potential wrestling future of his daughter, Aalyah Gutierrez. During an interview, Rey spoke about Aalyah’s budding interest in wrestling following her training, shining a light on the next generation of the Mysterio family within WWE.
Roots of Dominik Mysterio’s Career in WWE
Dominik Mysterio was introduced to the wrestling world early, playing a key role in his father Rey Mysterio’s lengthy feud with Eddie Guerrero. Their storyline climaxed at SummerSlam 2005, where Rey won a Ladder match for custody of Dominik, signaling the beginning of Dom’s journey into professional wrestling. Since then, Dominik has become a consistent presence on WWE’s Raw roster, growing his reputation and skills alongside his father’s legacy.
Aalyah’s Training Sparks Speculation About Her Wrestling Ambitions
Aalyah Gutierrez, also known as Aalyah Mysterio on WWE programming, was recently spotted training at WWE’s Performance Center, working with Natalya and T.J. Wilson in The Dungeon. This development sparked interest about her future in the sport. In an interview with Brown Bag Mornings, Rey confirmed that Aalyah has expressed a strong desire to step into the ring for some time and that she enjoyed her initial experience training in Orlando.
“She’s been asking for the past year and a half, ‘Dad, when are you taking me to the ring?’ So, I went to Orlando last week to the performance center because I needed to go back in and try to get cleared after my injury. I took her with me. She stepped into the ring, and she loved it. The crazy thing is, she didn’t only love it, but the first thing she did for being in the ring for the first time, I was like, ‘Oh my God,'” Rey Mysterio said. – Brown Bag Mornings, H/T Sportskeeda Wrestling
Rey’s Playful Challenge to Dominik Over Aalyah’s Potential
Addressing the possibility of Aalyah entering the wrestling scene alongside Dominik, Rey Mysterio delivered a humorous yet intense in-character message aimed at his son:
“F**k him up,” Rey said.
Dominik’s Rise and Momentous Victory at WWE Worlds Collide: Las Vegas
Dominik Mysterio has made significant strides since his debut, notably capturing the Intercontinental Championship at WrestleMania 41 in Las Vegas by winning a Fatal-4-Way match against Bron Breakker. Beyond WWE, Dominik expanded his presence as a performer by competing in Lucha Libre AAA, entering a rivalry with El Hijo del Vikingo over the AAA Mega Championship.
At WWE Worlds Collide: Las Vegas, Dominik faced El Hijo del Vikingo in a high-profile match with a special stipulation—if Dominik won, Rey Mysterio would personally crown him champion in front of the audience. With assistance from El Grande Americano, Dominik secured the AAA Mega Championship, becoming a double titleholder. In a touching moment, Rey placed the championship belt around his son’s waist, symbolizing the passing of the torch and their ongoing legacy.
The Impact of the Mysterio Family on WWE’s Future
Rey Mysterio’s reflections reveal both pride and cautious optimism about the wrestling futures of Dominik and Aalyah. Dominik already embodies the evolving legacy, having achieved championship success and expanded his role within WWE and international promotions. Meanwhile, Aalyah’s initial training hints at the possibility of her joining the family tradition, adding excitement and anticipation for fans of the Mysterio name.
The Mysterio family’s continued involvement in wrestling underscores how generational talent shapes WWE’s evolving landscape. As Dominik solidifies his position and Aalyah explores her passion, their journeys will likely inspire new storylines and fan engagement moving forward, making the Mysterio legacy a lasting part of the wrestling world.
