Jim Ross gives Jerry Lawler update with WWE icon in 'very serious' condition

08 February 2023 , 22:52

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Jerry Lawler is said to be in a 'very serious condition' (Image: WWE)

Jim Ross has given an update on WWE icon Jerry 'The King' Lawler, after he was rushed to hospital in a 'very serious' condition. A report from Action News 5 claimed that Lawler had suffered a stroke whilst having lunch with friends on Monday.

After being taken into hospital the former fighter and WWE commentator underwent surgery, with WWE journalist Dave Meltzer claiming he is: "awake, but his situation is very serious." An update has since been provided by his legendary co-commentator Ross.

The 71-year-old took to social media to post an update on his colleague's condition, revealing Lawler is week but there are still 'positives'.

He tweeted: "I spoke very briefly with ⁦@JerryLawler tonight. He’s obviously weak but I could understand his affected speech. Jerry’s prognosis is positive but he needs all our thoughts and prayers."

Jim Ross has given an update on Jerry Lawler (ALL ELITE WRESTLING)

Another fellow wrestling commentator, Dave Brown also gave an update on the WWE Hall of Famer who admitted he was encouraged after calling Lawler. He told Commercial Appeal: " Some of the initial reports were just horrible.

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"So I feel much better than I did 18 hours ago when I felt like I got hit in the face with a shovel. I was incredibly encouraged after I did a FaceTime. Jerry was alert. He talked to me. He could only say a couple words at a time, which is pretty normal.

Jerry Lawler suffered from a stroke on Monday (Getty Images)

"But (he) was able to move both legs and both arms.I feel very optimistic that he’s eventually going to recover.” Shortly after Ross and Brown's update, a report on Lawler's condition was posted from the commentator's official Twitter account.

It read: " Update on Jerry: After suffering a massive Stroke Monday. He is now recovering in a Fort Myers, FL hospital. His speech is limited, but with rehabilitation will regain a full recovery. He thanks everyone for the continued prayers and will be back in the near future.

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