Angel

Angel (formerly Angel Garza) carries the weight of one of Mexico’s most prestigious wrestling dynasties. As the grandson of El Ninja and cousin to Berto (Humberto Carrillo), Angel possesses a natural charisma and technical ability that allowed him to make an immediate impact upon arriving in WWE. His initial run in NXT was defined by a rapid ascent, culminating in him capturing the NXT Cruiserweight Championship from Lio Rush, proving he could hang with the fastest competitors in the world.

Upon transitioning to the main roster, Angel quickly became known as “The Lethal Lover,” utilizing mind games and charm to disarm opponents. His partnership with his cousin Berto formed the team “Los Lotharios,” a duo that showcased innovative offense and “Kiss Cam” antics. However, his career found a new level of focus when he aligned with Santos Escobar to form the main roster iteration of Legado del Fantasma. Trading the tear-away pants for tailored suits, Angel became a mob-boss enforcer on SmackDown.

Entering the 2026 season, Angel remains a vital component of the SmackDown tag team division. His role within Legado del Fantasma has evolved into that of a “closer”—the man Santos Escobar calls upon when technical precision and ruthlessness are required. Whether competing in multi-man faction warfare against the LWO or chasing tag team gold with Berto, Angel is a constant threat. For daily updates on his faction’s moves, visit our pro wrestling news homepage.

Angel’s in-ring style is a hybrid of traditional Lucha Libre high-flying and aggressive brawling. While he is capable of performing moonsaults to the outside, he often prefers to ground his opponents with strikes and joint manipulation. His finisher, the Wing Clipper (a butterfly underhook layout facebuster), is deceptive and difficult to reverse, allowing him to secure victories against opponents of any weight class. Detailed stats on his moveset can be found on his Official WWE Profile.

In 2026, his psychology has shifted towards protecting the interests of Legado del Fantasma. He frequently utilizes distraction tactics involving Elektra Lopez and Santos Escobar to gain the upper hand. This “pack mentality” makes him dangerous in singles competition, as opponents are rarely fighting Angel alone.

Is Angel related to Humberto Carrillo? Yes, Angel (Angel Garza) and Berto (Humberto Carrillo) are real-life cousins and grandsons of the legendary luchador El Ninja.

What faction is Angel in? Angel is a core member of Legado del Fantasma alongside Santos Escobar, Berto, and Elektra Lopez.

Has Angel won a title in WWE? Yes, he is a former NXT Cruiserweight Champion and a 24/7 Champion.