John Raymond Rivera

Acting

Born 1982-10-28 · Havana, Cuba

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John Raymond Rivera, better known by his ring name Rocky Romero, is a Cuban-American professional wrestler and commentator currently signed to New Japan Pro-Wrestling (NJPW) and All Elite Wrestling (AEW), where he also serves in executive and talent liaison roles. Debuting in 1997, Romero has built a decorated career as a tag team specialist, winning multiple IWGP and ROH Tag Team Championships as part of Havana Pitbulls, Forever Hooligans, and Roppongi Vice, while also transitioning into commentary and backstage production duties.

Known for

NJPW G1 Climax 35: Day 13NJPW STRONG Fighting Spirit Unleashed 2023ROH: Final Battle 2021NJPW G1 Climax 29: Day 19 (Final)NJPW Sakura Genesis 2017CM Punk: IconNJPW Wrestle Kingdom 8Becoming the Best in the World: Bryan DanielsonROH: Year ThreeBryan Danielson: World Champion