The world of Mexican wrestling, known as Lucha Libre, is filled with colorful and mysterious characters, usually hiding behind a mask and an alter-ego.

among these wrestlers is a performer known as Piñatita, a fan favorite in the Los Angeles’ luchador scene and a mini-luchador – a little person wrestler.

working in a world that often glorifies size and strength, he succeeds like very few can, both personally and on the ring. Here’s a look at his life in a story photographed for vice.