Jerry “The King” Lawler is still fighting back.
The WWE Hall of Famer suffered what he calls a “massive stroke” early last year and is now back to full health and fighting.
Lawler, 74, recently spoke about his ordeal on Bill Apter's “Wrestle Binge” podcast.
“Well, my health has been a big issue lately. I've had a few strokes,” Lawler said.
“That's what cost me and my contract with WWE, I couldn't do commentary because my voice is not perfect, but it's not good enough to do commentary. So I still have to work with them. I'm with you [Legends Deal]. It's still part of the family…I think the best part about it is that I get a big check four times a year. That’s a good thing,” Lawler laughed.
Apter asked Lawler if he missed being a WWE announcer, and his answer was relatively surprising.
“No, not at all,” said Mr. Lawlor.
“I just went out and sat and was myself. It was a new chapter in my life. When I finished, 10 to 15 minutes before I finished, I was like, 'Oh my God, how much longer is this going to last? “Isn't it?” I thought. As soon as that was done I got up and went about my work. He left the studio and performed as Jerry Lawler. ”
In the 1970s and 1980s, Roller achieved top popularity in various regions, especially around Memphis.
He joined WWE (then WWF) in 1992 as an announcer, eventually forming a legendary partnership with Jim Ross.
Lawler and Ross effectively became the soundtrack of WWE's “Attitude Era,” and their commentary is a major part of the highlight clips that circulate to this day.
