In a turn of events that’s more surprising than a heel turn at WrestleMania, Jerry “The King” Lawler has officially left his ringside kingdom, as announced in a revelation that came slower than a three-count after a finisher. The once perpetual voice of Monday nights disclosed in an exclusive interview with PWInsider that his illustrious WWE commentary career might just have hit its final pin.
“My career has probably ended with the WWE,” confessed the regal voice from Memphis. That’s right, folks, the King has left the building—or at least the commentator’s table. It’s like discovering there’s no Santa Claus, or that the last slice of pizza has been taken—it’s a hard pill to swallow.
Following a stroke that would have knocked out a lesser man for the count, Lawler’s been wrestling with health issues instead of wrestlers. “Me just sitting behind a desk and doing commentating on a match again was extremely difficult,” he revealed, proving that even kings face tough battles. His departure marks the end of an era that saw the King survive everything from piledrivers to live TV heart attacks—proving that this cat has more lives than most.
Despite these setbacks, Jerry’s still planning to step out on the road, starting with a grand event in Evansville this weekend. “Day to day, physically for me is feeling good. Getting around my house, everything’s fine and dandy,” he assured fans. It’s good to know he’s still tougher than a two-dollar steak.
As for the WWE universe, we’re left with our royal memories of the King, whose voice could turn a snooze fest into a main event. Farewell, Jerry, and may your health continue to improve faster than a rookie climbing the turnbuckle!