Lucha Libre AAA Worldwide was founded on April 30, 1992, by Antonio Peña, who departed from Consejo Mundial de Lucha Libre (CMLL) to establish his own promotion with greater creative freedom. AAA has become renowned for its vibrant characters and dynamic wrestling styles, significantly contributing to the popularity of lucha libre internationally. The promotion has collaborated with various American wrestling organizations including TNA, MLW, and AEW.