WWE Hall of Famer Jerry “The King” Lawler has suffered his third stroke in the past seven years, forcing him to withdraw from a scheduled public appearance. The 75-year-old was due to attend the Horrorhound convention in Cincinnati last Friday, but organisers later revealed he had to cancel due to “personal matters.” It has since emerged that Lawler experienced another stroke at one of his homes in Florida.
Reports indicate that his daughter, Heather, is taking him back to his primary residence, where he will spend the coming weeks resting and focusing on recovery. TMZ reports that despite the setback, Lawler is already on the mend.
This latest episode follows a series of serious health issues. In 2023, he was hospitalised after what was described as a “massive” stroke, and he previously suffered his first stroke in 2018. Fans also recall his near-fatal heart attack during a live broadcast of WWE Monday Night Raw in 2012.
Supporters from around the wrestling world have flooded social media with well-wishes, leaving messages such as “Get well soon, King” and “Prayers for his recovery.”
Lawler, whose career spans more than five decades, is remembered for his infamous 1980s feud with comedian Andy Kaufman, as well as his long run as a WWE commentator alongside Jim Ross on Monday Night Raw. His last on-screen appearance came earlier this year during WWE SmackDown in Tennessee.
For many fans, Jerry “The King” Lawler remains one of wrestling’s most iconic figures, both in the ring and behind the microphone. His resilience in the face of repeated health battles continues to inspire the WWE community.
