Jim Ross Provides Jerry Lawler Health Update, Says He Had A Procedure Recently

Jerry Lawler was hospitalized following a stroke earlier this year, but "The King" has seemingly made a positive recovery from the setback. However, the legendary WWE announcer was recently set to undergo treatment as part of his recovery process, according to Jim Ross on the latest episode of "Grillin' JR."

As of this writing, the date of Lawler's procedure remains unknown, and it's possible that it's happened already. That said, Ross revealed that it should help aid Lawler's recovery from his recent health issues. The AEW announcer also sent his best wishes to his former colleague, with whom he sat behind the commentary table during WWE's Attitude Era. "I'm anxious to see what the results are going to be, to help his old brain and get over the stroke that he had. So I'm pulling for him — I know we all are."

Ross also said that Lawler felt good heading into the procedure. "The King" believes that it's the right decision for his health, and he didn't seem too worried about the operation being too much for him to cope with. "He feels like that procedure is something he can handle and will help him more."

Updates about Lawler's recovery have been sparse, but he's reportedly made some notable strides since the stroke took place. While he has had to cancel some engagements, he was at WWE WrestleMania 39 to help Jimmy Hart induct his old rival Andy Kauffman into the Hall of Fame. While Lawler couldn't attend the ceremony in person, he was able to send a video message from his home.

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