Former WCW Wrestler, Lucha Libre Superstar & Nacho Libre Movie Actor Silver King Passes Way At 51! RIP

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Former WCW Wrestler, Lucha Libre Superstar and Nacho Libre Movie Actor Silver King Passes Way At 51! RIP.

WWE reports:

      Silver King passes away

      WWE is saddened to learn that Lucha Libre legend and former WCW star Silver King has passed away at age 51.

      A champion luchador in his native Mexico, Silver King, real name César Cuauhtémoc González Barrón, entertained audiences across the globe, and was a standout in WCW’s Cruiserweight division in the late ’90s. Outside the ring, he appeared under a mask as the villainous Ramses in the popular 2006 comedy “Nacho Libre.”

      WWE extends its deepest condolences to Silver King’s family, friends and fans.

On behalf of IP team, I offer our condolences to the family, friends and fans of César Cuauhtémoc González Barrón.

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