Alejandro Muñoz Moreno, a renowned Mexican film actor and luchador enmascarado, gained widespread recognition under the ring name Blue Demon, a legendary figure in the world of lucha libre. For over four decades, Blue Demon enthralled audiences with his in-ring performances, often partnering with his long-time rival, El Santo, in a series of Lucha films between 1961 and 1979.
Blue Demon's illustrious career spanned 41 years, from 1948 to 1989, during which he never lost a Lucha de Apuestas match, maintaining his mystique by never revealing his face to the public. Upon his retirement, he was buried in his iconic blue and silver mask, a testament to his enduring legacy.
Throughout his remarkable career, Blue Demon claimed numerous championship titles, including the NWA World Welterweight Championship twice, the Mexican National Welterweight Championship three times, and the Mexican National Tag Team Championship alongside his trusted tag team partner, Black Shadow. He also triumphed in high-stakes matches, capturing the hair of Cavernario Galindo and the masks of Espectro II, Matemático, and the revered Rayo de Jalisco.
As his career neared its conclusion, Blue Demon introduced Blue Demon Jr. to the wrestling world, presenting him as his son, although they were not biologically related. The actual son of Blue Demon now owns the trademarks to the name "Blue Demon," while Blue Demon Jr. has secured the rights to the "Blue Demon Jr." moniker.
In recognition of his immense contributions to the world of lucha libre, Consejo Mundial de Lucha Libre (CMLL) honors Blue Demon's legacy by hosting the Leyenda de Azul ("The Blue Legend") tournament at irregular intervals. Furthermore, he was inducted into the Wrestling Observer Newsletter Hall of Fame in 1996 as part of the inaugural class, cementing his status as a wrestling icon.
