EL PASO, Texas (KFOX14/CBS4) — El Paso paid tribute to one of its most celebrated sons, declaring Nov. 18 “Eddie Guerrero Day,” in a heartfelt ceremony attended by family, friends, and fans.
City Rep. Deanna Maldonado-Rocha expressed deep emotion, saying, “Today… we honor the greatest– one of El Paso’s greatest sons– Eddie Guerrero.”
Eddie Guerrero, known worldwide as “Latino Heat,” was the first Mexican American to win the WWE Championship in 2004 and was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame in 2006.
City of El Paso honors WWE legend, declaring November 18 “Eddie Guerrero Day.” Credit: City of El Paso via YouTube
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The event was attended by “Los Cobardes,” the Jefferson High School wrestling team, along with the principal and coach from Eddie’s alma mater.
Sherilyn Guerrero, Eddie’s daughter, accepted the proclamation, expressing gratitude to the mayor, Rocha, and attendees, both in person and virtually.
City of El Paso honors WWE legend, declaring November 18 “Eddie Guerrero Day.” Credit: City of El Paso via YouTube
Sherilyn said,
Being here today, I think we can say Eddie Guerrero is more than alive, and he still lives on and I hope that when you all think of Eddie Guerrero, you know and you think of how much he loved El Paso. Thank you and Viva la raza!
Rep. Rocha highlighted Guerrero’s impact, stating,
The City of El Paso proudly honors Eddie Guerrero’s enduring legacy as a hometown hero and cultural icon whose passion continues to inspire generations of athletes, performers, and fans, keeping his fighting spirit alive in the hearts of his community.
Sherilyn also said she plans to continue the wrestling legacy, “To know what being a Guerrero means is to know it is not easy, it is far from it. It is rewarding, but we are built with a grit and a fight that we do not let up.”
The ceremony concluded with a round of applause and plans for enhancing the mural at Lincoln Park to honor Eddie Guerrero’s legacy.
Mural enhancement presented during City Council’s declaration of November 18 “Eddie Guerrero Day.” Credit: City of El Paso via YouTube
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