WWE and AAA star Pimpinela Escarlata recently suffered a huge loss in his personal life. Earlier today, it was announced that his mother had unfortunately passed away.
Debuting in 1988, Pimpinela Escarlata has been part of the pro wrestling business for nearly four decades. Escarlata is best known for his work in Lucha Libre AAA, where he has held the Reina de Reinas and World Mixed Tag Team Championships. At 57, he continues to actively compete in AAA and the Mexican independent wrestling scene, with his latest match coming on July 6.
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At AAA Noche de Los Grandes, Pimpinela Escarlata played a crucial role in the Mask vs. Mask Match between WWE Superstars El Grande Americano (Ludwig Kaiser) and the Original El Grande Americano (Chad Gable). He interfered in the contest to lend a helping hand to Ludwig Kaiser. Ultimately, Kaiser bested Gable to save his mask.
On X, Lucha Libre Online recently announced that Pimpinela Escarlata’s mother had passed away.
“We regret to inform you of the passing of Pimpinela Escarlata’s mother. Our condolences to Pimpi and her family. A strong embrace during this very difficult time. May she rest in peace.” [Translated from Spanish]
You can view the post below.
We at Sportskeeda Wrestling extend our deepest condolences to the AAA icon and his family in this challenging time.
WWE and AAA Star Pimpinela Escarlata Was Honored Earlier This Year
WWE hosted WrestleMania 42 at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas on April 18 and April 19. ‘Mania week featured several pro wrestling events from different promotions. Pimpinela Escarlata was honored during the week by an independent lucha libre organization, Robbles Promotions.
On April 18, Robbles Promotions hosted 50 Cincuentañeras at Arena Neza in Nezahualcoyotl, Mexico. The event celebrated the legendary pro wrestling career of the AAA icon. Escarlata competed in an eight-man elimination match on the show. Unfortunately for him, he lost to La Diva Salvaje.
It will be interesting to see if Escarlata will compete on WWE programming this year.
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Edited by Pratik Singh
