Pro Wrestling Legend Jim Ross Shares Major Surgery Update
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The professional wrestling world was saddened when it learned that legendary announcer Jim "JR" Ross was diagnosed with cancer and would require surgery.
The WWE Hall of Famer revealed the news on his "Grillin' with JR" podcast on May 26, 2025.
"Getting ready for surgery and that's always stressful. But, I've prepared myself mentally and physically to endure the situation."
"I got cancer and I'll think of it in a minute. Isn't that something? I have separated myself from the specifics of this situation, a lot, and I don't mean to do it. It just happens...
"I have -- I'm trying to think of that. Cancer of the what? I can't remember what I got. I got 'em in two places and they're gonna take 'em out today. I believe today."
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Later, Ross shared a photo on social media of him being taken in to surgery, saying that he was checked in and "ready to kick this cancer out on its a***."
Checked n and ready to kick this cancer out on its a**! pic.twitter.com/r8GQBCu9fY — Jim Ross (@JRsBBQ) May 27, 2025
Now, Ross' team has provided a further update on his surgery. And it's a reason to celebrate.
HOUSTON - APRIL 04: WWE announcer Jim Ross, center, along with Mean Gene Okerland and Ric Flair attends the 25th Anniversary of WrestleMania's WWE Hall of Fame at the Toyota Center on April 4, 2009...
HOUSTON - APRIL 04: WWE announcer Jim Ross, center, along with Mean Gene Okerland and Ric Flair attends the 25th Anniversary of WrestleMania's WWE Hall of Fame at the Toyota Center on April 4, 2009 in Houston, Texas. More
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Conrad Thompson, Ross' co-host on his podcast, shared on social media that the surgery was a success.
"Just heard from [Rafael Morffi] that JR's surgery went well and they hope to have successfully removed all of his cancer this morning," Thompson shared happily. "Please keep [JR] in your thoughts and prayers as he begins his recovery!"
Just heard from @rmorfnyc that JR's surgery went well and they hope to have successfully removed all of his cancer this morning! Please keep @JRsBBQ in your thoughts and prayers as he begins his recovery! 🙏 🤲 ♥️ https://t.co/P1n91ebuRj — Conrad the Mortgage Guy (@HeyHeyItsConrad) May 27, 2025
Everyone here at Newsweek Sports wishes Ross the best as he begins his recovery journey.
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Despite needing time to recover, the 73 year old Ross shared that he had no plans of retiring, but he may need to slow down for the sake of his health.
"This is crazy, on the eve of hours before my surgery, but it's crazy to say I don't plan on retiring," Ross said. "I plan on getting healthy, getting well, and coming back and doing something for somebody, and we'll see how that works out."
All Elite Wrestling joins fans around the world in sending love and support to Jim Ross as he battles colon cancer. J.R. is a valued member of the AEW family, and we stand beside him during his journey toward recovery. pic.twitter.com/FZIn1ZR4Hk — All Elite Wrestling (@AEW) May 15, 2025
"I'll try to really slow down when this is over. Make a few autograph appearances, which I love to do, and see what Tony Khan's got ready for me for AEW.
"I could still do my schedule I had, but I don't know if anybody else believes that. I believe it. I still would love to do the pay-per-views on AEW, but I don't know if he -- Tony will want me on, I don't know."
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