Men of Mystery: 10 of the greatest masked wrestlers

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#9 La Parka (original)

La Parka dances on Monday Nitro
La Parka dances on Monday Nitro

The original is still the best!

La Parka, or L.A. Parka, has been dazzling wrestling audiences with his mix of aerial attacks and straight up brawling. A standout for his colourful costume and character, La Parka often comes to the ring with a steel chair, which he jams on as if it were an electric guitar.

La Parka quickly became a fan favourite when he debuted in 1996 for the now defunct WCW promotion. Though he would not receive a push, he was one of the most instantly recognizable stars among the Luchadores, and even joined Eddie Guerrero's Latino World Order.

Due to trademark issues, La Parka had to change his name to L. A. Parka (short for La Authentica). One of the toughest men ever to set foot between the ropes, La Parka once slugged a fan who got physically involved in his match.

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