Ana Stephanie Vaquer González, known professionally as Stephanie Vaquer, has rapidly ascended to become one of professional wrestling’s most compelling figures. Hailing from San Fernando, Chile, Vaquer has carved out a historic path, becoming the first Chilean and South American woman to compete and win championships in major promotions like Consejo Mundial de Lucha Libre (CMLL), New Japan Pro-Wrestling (NJPW), and World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE). Her recent transition to WWE’s Raw brand marks another significant chapter in a career defined by groundbreaking achievements and relentless determination.
Born on March 29, 1993, Vaquer began her wrestling journey in Chile, debuting at age 15 in February 2009. Her pursuit of excellence led her to Mexico at 19, where she received further training under esteemed luchadors like Ricky Marvin and Villano IV. After overcoming a career-threatening triple nose fracture, Vaquer expanded her horizons, making her debut in Japan for World Wonder Ring Stardom in 2018. This international exposure laid the groundwork for her future successes.
In August 2019, Vaquer joined Mexico’s prestigious CMLL, becoming the promotion’s first female South American wrestler. Her tenure there was marked by a series of historic firsts. In March 2023, she teamed with Zeuxis to become the inaugural Occidente Women’s Tag Team Champions. Their partnership continued to flourish, culminating in September 2023 when they became the first CMLL World Women’s Tag Team Champions. Just weeks later, in a testament to her individual prowess, Vaquer captured the vacant CMLL World Women’s Championship, making her the first luchadora in CMLL history to hold both the World Women’s and World Women’s Tag Team titles simultaneously. This information is sourced from Wikipedia.
Vaquer’s influence extended beyond Mexico. Representing CMLL, she competed in NJPW, where she made history again on March 10, 2024, by defeating Giulia to win the NJPW Strong Women’s Championship. This victory made her a rare “triple champion,” holding titles across CMLL and NJPW concurrently. She successfully defended the Strong Women’s Championship against formidable opponents like AZM and Alex Windsor before losing it to Mercedes Moné at AEW x NJPW Forbidden Door on June 30, 2024. Her departure from CMLL in July 2024, due to personal reasons, saw her vacate both her CMLL titles, signaling a new direction for her career.
The new direction quickly became clear when WWE Senior Vice President of Talent Development Creative Shawn Michaels announced Vaquer’s official signing with WWE on July 10, 2024. Assigned to the NXT brand, she became only the third Chilean overall and the second Chilean woman to sign with the company. Vaquer wasted no time making an impact, debuting at a live event in Mexico City on July 13, 2024, and making her televised debut on NXT in October 2024.
Her NXT run was nothing short of historic. At NXT Vengeance Day on February 15, 2025, Vaquer defeated Fallon Henley to win the NXT Women’s North American Championship, becoming the first Chilean and South American woman to win a championship in WWE. Her momentum continued at NXT: Roadblock on March 11, 2025, where she defeated Giulia in a title vs. title match to capture the NXT Women’s Championship, making her the first female double champion in NXT history. Demonstrating her unparalleled dominance, Vaquer achieved another first on March 25, 2025, successfully defending both the NXT Women’s Championship and the NXT Women’s North American Championship on the same night. She later relinquished the NXT Women’s North American Championship on April 1, 2025, to focus on the NXT Women’s Championship, which she held for 77 days before losing it to Jacy Jayne on May 27, 2025, in what would be her final NXT match, as detailed on Wikipedia.
Vaquer’s exceptional performances in NXT earned her a call-up to the main roster. She made her first main roster appearance on the Raw after WrestleMania 41, facing Women’s World Champion Iyo Sky. On May 30, 2025, Raw General Manager Adam Pearce officially announced her addition to the Raw brand. She quickly entered the Money in the Bank picture, qualifying for the ladder match on June 2, 2025, though she was unsuccessful in winning the briefcase at the event on June 7, 2025.
Beyond the ring, Vaquer’s personal life has also garnered attention. In March 2023, she filed a criminal complaint against fellow wrestler Rogelio Reyes, leading to his arrest on charges of attempted murder and domestic violence. Despite these challenges, Vaquer continues to inspire, embodying resilience and dedication. Her remarkable journey, from a young trainee in Chile to a multi-time champion across global promotions, has earned her significant recognition, including being ranked No. 5 in the 2024 PWI Women’s 250 and receiving the 2025 Slammy Award for Breakout Superstar of the Year. As she embarks on her main roster career, Stephanie Vaquer stands as a testament to the power of perseverance and a true pioneer in women’s professional wrestling.
