Former WWE and WCW wrestler Jumbo Baretta dies at 59

Professional wrestler Julio Barrera, known in the ring as Jumbo Baretta, has passed away at the age of 59. The news was confirmed by the Cauliflower Alley Club on October 25, 2026, which expressed condolences to his family and remembered him as a close friend for nearly four decades.

Barrera began his professional career in 1986 after training under Boris Malenko. His career spanned various major promotions and territories, including appearances in World Championship Wrestling (WCW) and the WWE. During his time in WCW from 1989 to 1990, he competed against notable figures such as Sting, Tommy Rich, and the Road Warriors.

In addition to his work in the United States, Barrera competed in Puerto Rico for the World Wrestling Council (WWC) and performed in Japan. One of his career highlights included winning the NWA Florida Tag Team Championships alongside Dennis Knight in 1989. He later won the inaugural Malenko Cup Battle Royal in 2010 before retiring from professional wrestling in 2013. The cause of death has not been publicly disclosed.