On Monday Mas Lucha reported that former CMLL star Jose Luis Alvarado Nieves, better known as Super Porky and Brazo de Plata passed away at 58 years old. Alvarado not only competed in CMLL he also had a brief stint in WWE back in 2005-2006. WWE issued the following statement.
The always charismatic and infectiously hilarious Lucha Libre Legend José Luis Alvarado Nieves, better known in the squared circle as “Super Porky” (Brazo de Plata), passed away Monday at the age of 58. The celebrated Mexican competitor was a proud member the Alvarado wrestling family, which includes several generations of luchador athletes, as well as being a member of the squared circle for nearly 40 years — including a stint with WWE from 2005 to 2006.
WWE extends its condolences to José Luis Alvarado Nieves’ family and friends.
We here at WrestleFix send our condolences to Alvarado’s family.