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