Jerry Lawler Suffers Minor Stroke

WWE icon Jerry Lawler experienced a “minor” stroke on Friday at his home in Fort Myers, Florida, according to his caregiver, as reported by Memphis Fox.

The 75-year-old was discharged from the hospital and is expected to return to Memphis.

His caregivers mentioned that the stroke impacted the right side of his body and slightly affected his vision. However, he is still able to talk and walk.

It’s worth noting, as TMZ added, that the caregiver is Lawler’s former fiancée. The plan is for him to take it easy for a few weeks.

Lawler will be unable to attend several events, including this weekend’s horror convention in Cincinnati, allowing himself rest for the remainder of the month.

“We received word that Jerry Lawler can’t make it to Cincinnati this weekend due to personal issues,” the event organizers posted on Facebook. “The King hopes to reschedule for 2026.”

This is at least Lawler’s third stroke; he previously faced health challenges, including a stroke in 2018.

In 2018, he mentioned that particular stroke occurred during intimate moments. He was subsequently diagnosed with a brain hemorrhage and spent time in intensive care.

“I walked to the bathroom, looked in the mirror, and saw the whole right side of my mouth drooping down to my chin,” he recalled in an interview.

Lawler also dealt with a serious medical episode earlier this year, requiring hospitalization.

He shared on social media that he suffered a massive stroke but was recovering in Fort Florida Hospital, albeit with limited speech abilities.

In 2012, Lawler experienced cardiac arrest while commentating on “RAW.”

Known as “The King,” Lawler built his reputation in the territorial wrestling circuit, particularly in Tennessee, before joining WWE (then WWF) in the early ’90s.

He later transitioned into commentary, creating a legendary partnership with Jim Ross, covering “Raw,” “Smackdown,” and various Pay-Per-View events.

WWE opted not to renew his contract last year after a 30-year run, which he attributed to his health issues. “My health has been a big problem for me recently. I’ve had a few strokes,” he revealed on the Wrestlebinge podcast last October.

“It cost me my deal with WWE because my voice isn’t what it used to be, but I’m still with them on a legendary status.”