7. Alberto Del Rio
When considering legendary wrestlers all over the world, it is hard to admit that their sons are becoming more successful than them. In the case of Alberto Del Rio, his career as a United States Champion, a four-time World champion in the WWE, and number six ranking on Pro Wrestling Illustrated’s top 500 in 2011 have given him notoriety throughout the world.
Del Rio’s family is also tied to wrestling, as his father was luchador Dos Caras. While Caras was a formerUWA World Heavyweight champion and dubbed “the greatest heavyweight to ever come out of Mexico” that was before the success his son has achieved in the sport. Not to diminish Caras’ accomplishments, but it is Del Rio has competed in higher profile matches all over the world and has earned worldwide recognition which has contributed to him having the more successful career.
Del Rio is currently a prominent character in the WWE’s League of Nations faction, and doesn’t appear to be taking any steps back while pursuing continued greatness. Over the span of the last year, Del Rio has competed in Lucha Underground, Ring of Honor and the WWE, three of the most prominent promotions in North America.
A great deal of credit needs to be given to Del Rio for not only being successful in the WWE, but being a marketable commodity for the company to connect with Hispanic fans, and being one of the top heels in the company.
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