Who Is Rocky Romero? Age, Biography, and Wiki
Rocky Romero, born on October 28, 1982, is a renowned American professional wrestler known for his dynamic in-ring style and rich wrestling history. As of 2025, Romero is 42 years old. He began his wrestling career in the early 2000s and quickly gained recognition for his talents in various wrestling promotions, including Ring of Honor (ROH), New Japan Pro-Wrestling (NJPW), and Impact Wrestling. His versatility and international appeal have made him a prominent figure in the wrestling community.
| Occupation | Martial Artist |
|---|---|
| Date of Birth | October 28, 1982 |
| Age | 43 Years |
| Birth Place | Havana, Cuba |
| Horoscope | Scorpio |
| Country | Cuba |
Popularity
Rocky Romero's Popularity over time
Height, Weight & Measurements
Standing at a height of 5 feet 7 inches (170 cm), Rocky maintains a compact and agile physique suitable for his dynamic wrestling style. He weighs approximately 165 pounds (75 kg). Known for his athletic build, Romero's body measurements reflect his rigorous training and dedication to maintaining peak physical condition.
As a singles wrestler, Romero won the CMLL World Super Lightweight Championship on three occasions, the NWA World Historic Welterweight Championship, the MLW World Middleweight Championship, the IWGP Junior Heavyweight Championship (as Black Tiger) and the NWA World Junior Heavyweight Championship.
In the tag team division, he is a former three-time ROH World Tag Team Champion and a record eight-time IWGP Junior Heavyweight Tag Team Champion. Romero's wrestling style incorporates stiff shoot-style kicks and multiple arm-lock variations resembling mixed martial arts, competing in lucha libre style events in Mexico early in his career.
Family, Dating & Relationship Status (Boyfriend/Girlfriend/Husband/Wife)
As of 2025, Rocky Romero remains relatively private about his personal relationships. While there have been speculations and rumors about his dating life, he is not publicly linked to any long-term partner. He chooses to focus on his career while keeping his romantic life under wraps, much to the intrigue of his fans.
On July 27, Romero and Koslov, returned to ROH, through NJPW's close working relationship, and defeated reDRagon (Bobby Fish and Kyle O'Reilly) to become the new ROH World Tag Team Champions. They lost the title to The American Wolves (Davey Richards and Eddie Edwards) in their first defense on August 3.
On September 20 at Death Before Dishonor XI, the Forever Hooligans defeated the American Wolves in a rematch to retain the IWGP Junior Heavyweight Tag Team Championship.
Net Worth and Salary
Rocky Romero's estimated net worth in 2025 is around $3 million. His earnings are generated primarily through his wrestling career, merchandise sales, and appearances in various promotions. As a seasoned performer, he likely earns a substantial salary per match and benefits from lucrative sponsorship and partnership deals within the industry.
On October 5, 2008, Romero jumped from CMLL to rival promotion Lucha Libre AAA World Wide (AAA). He made his surprise debut at the promotion's television taping in Puebla, Puebla and was announced as a member of Sean Waltman's D-Generation MEX stable at the show. On July 4, 2010, Romero turned rudo and joined La Legión Extranjera instead.
However, just four days later, it was reported that Romero had left AAA, after the company had asked him to take a pay cut.
Career, Business, and Investments
Rocky Romero's wrestling career has taken him across the globe, allowing him to compete in various prestigious wrestling promotions. Besides wrestling, he has ventured into business by launching his wrestling school, focusing on training the next generation of athletes. Romero's keen business acumen, including investments in fitness and wellness, has further bolstered his wealth and influence in the wrestling industry.
Rivera made his wrestling debut in 1997, using the ring name Rocky Romero. He was trained by Antonio Inoki at the NJPW Dojo in Los Angeles.
His career has taken him through promotions in the Southern California region to Mexico, where he competed successfully for Consejo Mundial de Lucha Libre (CMLL), the world's oldest wrestling promotion, and in Japan where he has worked most notably in New Japan Pro-Wrestling (NJPW), where he was chosen to become the fourth incarnation of Black Tige
r, the villainous gaijin opponent of Tiger Mask (in this case Tiger Mask IV).
On October 8, 2005, Romero, as Black Tiger, defeated Tiger Mask for the IWGP Junior Heavyweight Championship. After a four-month reign, Tiger Mask regained the title from his nemesis. Romero made his debut in Pro Wrestling Noah on March 4, 2007, against Mushiking Terry, casting into doubt the future of the Black Tiger persona.
Romero would then tour with Noah and teamed with Atsushi Aoki in the Nippon TV Cup Jr. Heavyweight Tag League. He also made his debut for Inoki's new promotion, the Inoki Genome Federation (IGF), defeating El Blazer.
Social Network
Rocky Romero is active on social media, where he engages with fans and shares insights into his professional life. You can find him on platforms like:
- Twitter: @RockyRomero – for updates and fan interactions.
- Instagram: @RockyRomero – showcasing behind-the-scenes moments and personal insights.
Education
Rocky Romero received his wrestling training at a young age, honing his skills in various wrestling schools. While specific details about his formal education are limited, it is clear that his dedication to the craft and continuous learning through in-ring experiences have played a significant role in shaping his successful career.
