WCW legend Halloween, best known to U.S. fans as Ciclope, has revealed that his scheduled knee operation had to be postponed after he nearly suffered a heart attack. The luchador shared an emotional message with fans, explaining the health scare and thanking those who’ve continued to support him through the ordeal.
In a video posted to Instagram, Halloween said he wanted to personally thank everyone who reached out with messages and well wishes. He explained that doctors were unable to move forward with his surgery after discovering serious heart and blood pressure issues.
“I want to make this video to thank all those people who took the trouble to send a message to a server and wish him the best. Honestly, thank you very much. I told you very quickly: the operation could not be done as it should have been. I still have pressure problems, hyper tense and a little heart. I was about to have a pre-infarction.”
He said his blood pressure levels reached dangerously high numbers—150 over 130—which forced doctors to stop the operation mid-process. Instead, they made adjustments to his knee brace and postponed the surgery for a later date.
“They couldn’t do anything to me on the iron anymore. They had to take me down. They made some adjustments with my new bionic knee, but I’m going to be in treatment. My operation is scheduled in a month and I want to thank everyone who has worried about a server.”
Halloween also addressed critics online who accused him of misusing donations that fans had sent to help with his medical costs. He made it clear he was grateful for every bit of support but wanted to defend himself against what he called baseless attacks.
“I didn’t want to ask for money, and not because I’m selfish, but I didn’t like what they’ve given me either. People have already begun to criticize that because they are going to help a ‘drug addict,’ that I don’t deserve it. Well, yes buddy, but also having 40 years as a wrestler, my injuries are from wrestling.”
The veteran closed his message with a statement, showing he still has the same fighting spirit that made him a staple of lucha libre in Mexico and a recognizable name in WCW.
“They don’t just talk about the bad, the bastards also talk about the good, but since I know they don’t have a life of their own, well here I leave this to you to keep your opinion on all the shit you write because you don’t have the brain. As long as the dogs bark, Halloween continues to be rebuilt.”
Halloween began his career in 1992 and last wrestled in July 2025. His message shows both his resilience and his deep appreciation for the wrestling community that continues to support him through his recovery.
What are your thoughts on Halloween’s heartfelt message and his response to critics? Share your support for the lucha veteran in the comments below.
