Latest news with #NationalHispanicMediaCoalition
Miami Herald
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Miami Herald
National Hispanic Media Coalition to honor Cobra Kai, WWE's Rey Mysterio & more
While San Diego's Rey Mysterio continues to entertain fans, the accolades continue to mount. Most recently, this WWE Hall of Famer is the recipient of the 2025 Legend Impact Award, presented by the National Hispanic Media Coalition. The annual NHMC's Impact Awards Gala is Friday, June 6 at the Beverly Wilshire Hotel in Beverly Hills. Mysterio, 50, is one of several honorees of the NHMC, which recognizes individuals who are truly making an impact, shifting societal narratives and setting an example in the entertainment industry. Also being recognized are: Cris Abrego (Leadership Impact Award), Phil Lord (Visionary Impact Award), Isabela Merced (Next Generation Impact Award), Daniella Pineda (Outstanding Performance Impact Award), 'Acapulco' (Authentic Storytelling Impact Award) and 'Cobra Kai' (Ensemble Impact Award). The NHMC's overall mission with the awards is to spotlight the importance of accurate, fair and positive representation in media. Through the coveted Impact Awards, each year the NHMC honors individuals who are truly making an impact, shifting societal narratives, and setting an example in the entertainment industry. Past Impact Award honorees include Aarón Sánchez, Ángel Manuel Soto, Eugenio Derbez, Fede Alvarez, Gina Torres, Harvey Guillén, Issa López, Tatyana Ali, Jharrel Jerome, Jessica Sarowitz, Julissa Prado, George and Mayan Lopez, Colman Domingo, Yvett Merino, Salma Hayek Pinault, Rosie Perez, America Ferrera, James Cameron, Rosario Dawson, Zoe Saldana, Danny Trejo, Diego Luna, The Los Angeles Football Club (LAFC), and more. The NHMC's Legend Impact Award is bestowed upon Mysterio for his groundbreaking impact in sports entertainment and representation spanning across generations through his 36-year career (and counting). It's a busy weekend for the Mysterio family as WWE is conducting two shows in nearby Los Angeles on Saturday, June 7, featuring 'WWE Money in the Bank' (7 p.m. EST/Intuit Dome) and also 'Worlds Collide' (3 p.m. EST/Kia Forum). 'World Collide' is a supercard co-produced by WWE and its new Mexican sister promotion Lucha Libre AAA Worldwide, aka Asistencia Asesoría y Administración. Full circle, AAA is where Mysterio made a name for himself in the early days of his pro wrestling journey. Here is my video interview with WWE Hall of Famer/NHMC Honoree Rey Mysterio and NHMC President & CEO Brenda Victoria Castillo. Even though WWE is scripted sports entertainment, the action is physical, risk taking. Thus, the aerial Mysterio has had his share of bodily injuries. Most recently he suffered a torn abductor muscle and a busted eardrum during a 'WWE SmackDown' match prior to WrestleMania 41 in April in Las Vegas. WrestleMania is the Super Bowl of pro wrestling. That injury forced him to miss his scheduled WrestleMania match against El Grande Americano. He underwent surgery to repair the torn muscle, most likely sidelined 4-6 months. WWE is the top pro wrestling company in the world, and Mysterio is an integral part of it, under the TKO Group banner, joining forces with top MMA company UFC for a super power tandem of combat sports types. While standing just 5-feet-6 and weighing 170 pounds, Mysterio proved size doesn't matter, opening the door in America for smaller, high flying, lucah libre style pro wrestlers. They can become legit WWE main event world champions in a big man's world. About Rey Mysterio Of Mexican decent, Mysterio (Oscar GUtierrez) was born and raised in Chula Vista, a suburb of San Diego, California. Wrestling in his blood as his uncle Rey Misterio, a famous wrestler in Mexico, trained him at age 14 as he began wrestling on the independent circuit in 1989, before signing with Asistencia Asesoría y Administración (AAA) in Mexico in 1992. He wears a mask, and that holds significant meaning within the world of lucha libre. It's more than just a costume, part of his ring gear. It's a tradition deeply rooted in the sport's history and culture. After brief stints with Extreme Championship Wrestling, the World Wrestling Association and Wrestle Association R, Mysterio signed with World Championship Wrestling (WCW) in 1996. In WCW, Mysterio helped popularize lucha libre in the United States, which led to the rise of cruiserweight wrestling divisions, winning the WCW Cruiserweight Championship five times; the WCW World Tag Team Championship three times; and the WCW Cruiserweight Tag Team Championship once. Following the closure of WCW in 2001, Mysterio wrestled for promotions including Consejo Mundial de Lucha Libre (CMLL) in Mexico, the World Wrestling Council in Puerto Rico, and the X Wrestling Federation before joining World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE) in 2002. He stayed with WWE until 2015, winning the World Heavyweight Championship twice; the WWE Championship once; the WWE Cruiserweight Championship three times; the WWE Intercontinental Championship twice; the WWE United States Championship three times, and the WWE Tag Team Championship four times, as well as winning the 2006 Royal Rumble. Mysterio departed WWE in 2015, going on to appear in promotions including New Japan Pro-Wrestling, Lucha Underground and Asistencia Asesoría y Administración (AAA). He returned to WWE in 2018, where he was joined by his son Dominik, who is the current WWE Intercontinental Champion. On his own merits, he is doing very well at a young age, continuing the family legacy. Mysterio wrestled for WWE from 2002-2015. He returned in 2018, where he's been ever since. He appreciates his strong allegiance of fans, having wrestled/entertained around the world. A good husband, father and man, he is an outstanding role model for all people. About The National Hispanic Media Coalition (NHMC) NHMC is a woman-led, non-profit civil and human rights organization that was founded to eliminate hate, discrimination and racism toward Latino communities. The NHMC educates and increases Latino visibility, from our policy work in Washington, D.C., to media advocacy work in Hollywood, where NHMC collaborates, creates and connects Latino talent with the entertainment industry. At NHMC, the focus is on all forms of media because it is one of the most influential and powerful institutions that shape society's attitudes, values and beliefs. NHMC has a number of initiatives dedicated to building bridges with creatives, including its Series Scriptwriters Program, Latinx Stream Showcase, Youth in Entertainment, and media advocacy fellowship programs. NHMC leads the work to eliminate online hate and disinformation across media platforms. It advocates for the Affordable Connectivity Program, Lifeline Program, Net Neutrality protections, and closing the digital divide for marginalized communities. NHMC works in partnership with other social justice organizations to safeguard democracy in the United States of America.
Time of India
02-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
'A torn groin and a busted eardrum': WWE's Rey Mysterio speaks about his injury that led to WrestleMania exit
(Image Via WWE) WWE 's Rey Mysterio has recently opened up about his injury that led to his WrestleMania 41 exit. The Lucha Libre star has provided an update on his injury he suffered back in April that kept him out of WrestleMania 41. He has recently confirmed that he suffered a torn groin and busted eardrum just days before WrestleMania 41, injuring himself from competing with 'El Grande Americano' Chad Gable. Rey Mysterio revealed that he had suffered a torn groin injury back on the April 18 episode of SmackDown in Las Vegas during a six-man tag team match with Rey Fenix and Dragon Lee against American Made. He was set to face off against El Grande Americano on night one of WrestleMania 41; however, his injury led to his replacement by Rey Fenix. Rey Mysterio reveals his injury and his exit from WrestleMania WWE legend Rey Mysterio has opened up about the injuries that forced him to withdraw from WrestleMania 41 , revealing he suffered a torn groin and a busted eardrum just days before the event. He opened up about it during an interview with the National Hispanic Media Coalition's Impact Awards Gala, where he received the Legend Impact Award, Mysterio discussed the physical toll of his storied career. While speaking to Jim Varsallone during the National Hispanic Media Coalition's Impact Awards Gala, the lucha legend said, 'No, not easy (to stay on top in the wrestling industry), obviously, with the amount of injuries that I've had over the years. I'm actually recovering from one that I just had right before WrestleMania. A torn groin and a busted eardrum.' Mysterious luchador attacks Rey Mysterio & Dragon Lee after Creeds match: Raw, March 17, 2025 He further stated, I still love doing what I do.'I still love doing what I do. I definitely believe that I picked up my second wind when my son started to wrestle, and he broke in for the first time. Although he's been around since he was seven years old, when we had the storyline with Eddie Guerrero and the custody of Dominik (Mysterio). 'But overall, the passion that I have for the sport. I wanna consider myself a peacemaker. I don't have any problems, at least I don't think I do, with any of my colleagues, with my fans around the world,' he added. Rey Mysterio, Brenda Victoria Castillo talk National Hispanic MC Legend Impact Award, WWE, AAA, Dom Rey Mysterio even opened up on how he is recovering, and expressed his love for wrestling, 'I like to connect and some way, that keeps me pushing forward and loving what I've been doing for the past three, four years, or should I say from the age of four when I started training. So, the connection is definitely still there, I enjoy doing it. I enjoy watching my son… It's a diversity of fans, and to be able to travel around the world and connect with all these fans, at times, has been just amazing. The love and support that they show is like no other.' ( source: WrestleTalk ) Also Read : Roman Reigns surpasses 10 million followers to become the 7th most followed wrestler on Instagram | WWE News - Times of India While Mysterio's recovery timeline remains uncertain, fans and colleagues alike are hopeful for his return to the ring. His resilience and dedication continue to inspire, underscoring his status as a revered figure in the world of professional wrestling.
