Jerry “The King” Lawler, a WWE Hall of Famer, was reportedly hospitalised on Monday following a medical incident at his Florida condominium. Although reports indicate that he is still hospitalised as of this writing, the severity of his medical condition remains unknown. Lawler appeared during the Royal Rumble 2023 launch show on Saturday. In Florida, he then attended a public signing. Continue to check back for updates as they become available.
The medical emergency that Lawler experienced was a stroke, according to WMC-TV in Memphis. Since then, he has undergone surgery and is recovering. While competing on Monday Night Raw in 2018 and 2012, the illustrious former champion had a stroke and a heart attack, respectively.
In 1970, after receiving training from Jackie Fargo, Lawler made his debut in professional wrestling. By competing for the Continental Wrestling Association and the United States Wrestling Association, he later established himself as the face of the Memphis territory. He is best known to WWE fans for his work as co-color commentator on Monday Night Raw alongside Jim Ross and Michael Cole. He was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame in 2007.
Please direct good vibes, thoughts, & prayers to Jerry at this time.
Genuinely appreciate it & hope to hear good news in the very near future. ❤️ https://t.co/TLcBP9EUH4
— Ricky Morton (@RealRickyMorton) February 7, 2023
Dutch Mantell has provided a new update on Lawler’s health that is encouraging: “It has been confirmed that Jerry LAWLER suffered a stroke last night in Ft. Myers, Florida. After being transported to the nearby hospital, he underwent surgery there. His current condition is quite favourable, and he will likely recover. good tidings”