Humberto Carrillo appears to be getting a name change.
Over the weekend, WWE.com updated Carrillo’s profile and the name featured is simply “Berto.”
Berto’s profile now reads as follows:
“High-flying sensation Berto strikes like a bolt of lightning — the exact moment of impact is often too quick to see, but the devastation left in its wake is impossible to ignore.
A scion of lucha libre’s famed Garza family dynasty, Berto has been around wrestling rings his entire life. Following in the footsteps of his grandfather, father and uncles, Berto began competing in his native Mexico while still a teenager. With an awe-inspiring collection of aerial attacks to his name, the speedster soon found success at home and abroad, most notably on tours in Japan, before being recruited into the WWE Performance Center in 2018.
Berto made an indelible impression on the WWE Universe after joining the rosters of NXT and 205 Live. On Raw, Berto made an immediate impact by mixing it up with the likes of Seth Rollins and AJ Styles. And after Berto formed a partnership with his cousin Angel, the tandem was chosen by Raw in the 2023 WWE Draft.
Boasting cat-like agility and the surefootedness of a tightrope artist, Humberto has carved out one highlight-reel moment after another. Still in his mid-20s, Berto will be a Superstar to watch for years to come.”
As we previously reported here on eWn, Mick Foley recently revealed that he’s interested in having one last “Deathmatch” before his 60th birthday. The WWE Hall of Famer picked Matt Cardona or Jon Moxley as his possible opponents.
Taking to Twitter, Cardona announced that he’d be down for the match. He wrote,
“If Mick Foley is really having one last match…and it’s a deathmatch…there is only person who should be his opponent…ME! THE DEATHMATCH KING!”
If Mick Foley is really having one last match…and it’s a deathmatch…there is only person who should be his opponent…
ME! THE DEATHMATCH KING! pic.twitter.com/7IQSKGEQ4R
— Matt Cardona (@TheMattCardona) February 3, 2024
WWE Superstar Humberto Carrillo, known for his high-flying moves and impressive athleticism, may be undergoing a name change. WWE.com recently updated Carrillo’s profile, referring to him as “Berto.” This change has sparked curiosity among fans and has led to speculation about the reasons behind it.
Berto’s profile on WWE.com now describes him as a “high-flying sensation” who strikes like a bolt of lightning. It highlights his lucha libre background as a scion of the Garza family dynasty, with his grandfather, father, and uncles all being involved in wrestling. Berto began competing in Mexico as a teenager and gained success both domestically and internationally, including tours in Japan. In 2018, he was recruited into the WWE Performance Center.
Since joining NXT and 205 Live, Berto has made a significant impact on the WWE Universe. He has faced off against top stars like Seth Rollins and AJ Styles on Raw. Additionally, he formed a partnership with his cousin Angel and was chosen by Raw in the 2023 WWE Draft. Berto’s agility and tightrope-like balance have allowed him to create numerous highlight-reel moments, making him a Superstar to watch for years to come.
While the name change from Humberto Carrillo to Berto may seem sudden, it is not uncommon for WWE Superstars to undergo rebranding. Name changes often occur to better align with a character’s persona or to create a more marketable identity. It is possible that WWE believes the name “Berto” better suits Carrillo’s high-flying and lightning-fast style in the ring.
In other news, WWE Hall of Famer Mick Foley recently expressed his interest in having one last “Deathmatch” before his 60th birthday. Foley mentioned Matt Cardona and Jon Moxley as potential opponents for this match. Cardona, also known as “The Deathmatch King,” took to Twitter to express his enthusiasm for the idea. He stated that if Foley is indeed having one last match, it should be a deathmatch, and he should be his opponent.
This exchange between Foley and Cardona has generated excitement among fans who are eager to see a potential clash between the two. Foley is known for his hardcore wrestling style, and Cardona has embraced the deathmatch genre in recent years, making them a compelling match-up.
As the wrestling world awaits further updates on Humberto Carrillo’s name change and the possibility of Mick Foley’s final deathmatch, fans can continue to enjoy the high-flying action and thrilling moments that WWE brings to their screens. Whether it’s Carrillo’s lightning-fast moves or the anticipation of a potential Foley vs. Cardona showdown, the world of professional wrestling continues to captivate audiences worldwide.