WWE Hall of Famer recovering after suffering stroke, says he’s ‘grateful’ for love and support
Jerry Lawler, 75, experienced his third stroke but calls it minor; he struggled with vision and recognition but is committed to medication and ongoing recovery, he said.
- Jerry Lawler, a WWE Hall of Famer, suffered his third stroke on September 5 at his Florida home and is currently recovering.
- This stroke followed previous health issues including a 2012 heart attack on live TV and a second stroke earlier in 2023.
- Lawler reported difficulty with vision, confusion, and inability to recognize family members in hospital, but described the stroke as "minor."
- He acknowledged not taking his medication before his stroke, expressed deep appreciation for the support he received, and thanked everyone who reached out to him.
- Lawler is focused on recovery and medication compliance, and the wrestling community has sent best wishes while he misses planned appearances.
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WWE Hall of Famer recovering after suffering stroke, says he’s ‘grateful’ for love and support
Professional wrestling legend and World Wrestling Entertainment Hall of Famer Jerry “The King” Lawler is on the road to recovery following a recent stroke. Lawler, 75, says he felt “pretty good” before the recent health scare, but admitted to Fox 13 in Memphis that he wasn’t taking his medication in the weeks leading up to the stroke.
Jerry Lawler provides health update, didn't take medication days before stroke
Jerry Lawler is recovering from his third stroke since 2018 and provided the latest update on his condition. Lawler, 75, suffered a stroke at a residence in Florida earlier this month but has since been transported to his home in Memphis. The Hall of Fame wrestler spoke to Valerie Calhoun from Fox 13 in Memphis and shared that he had not been taking his medication in the days before the stroke and is calling it a “minor stroke”. In the audio mes…
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