In some of the most uplifting and positive news the professional wrestling community has received in weeks, veteran commentator Jim Ross is officially heading home. The iconic WWE Hall of Famer and current AEW broadcaster took to social media to reveal that his grueling medical stay has finally reached its conclusion.
“Heading home tomorrow! Over 30 days in the hospital come to a grateful end,” Ross shared on his X (formerly Twitter) account. Remaining incredibly resilient throughout his recovery, the legendary announcer didn’t miss an opportunity to share some profound perspective, encouraging his millions of followers to “count your blessings daily.”
A Grueling Road to Recovery
The update brings massive relief to wrestling fans worldwide who have been closely monitoring JR’s health status. On June 20, Ross sent shockwaves through the community when he casually revealed on social media that he was already on “day 22” of a quiet hospitalization stint in Norman, Oklahoma. During that three-week mark, a tough-as-nails Ross noted he was passing the time by watching the College World Series, telling his supporters, “Don’t count me out just yet. I’m still fighting!”
While the standard, corporate statements from executive management remained quiet on the precise medical diagnosis keeping him confined to a hospital bed, subsequent industry reports indicated that the multi-week stay stemmed from a bad fall Ross suffered shortly after returning home from his commentary duties at AEW’s Double or Nothing pay-per-view back in late May.
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The Wrestling World Rallies Around a Legend
At 74 years old, “Good Ol’ JR” has faced an incredibly unfair share of health battles in recent years, including a hard-fought, successful recovery following an intensive colon cancer surgery. Yet, time and time again, the absolute anchor of the Attitude Era continues to show why he is one of the toughest individuals to ever step behind a microphone.
The outpouring of support from fellow locker room legends, current AEW and WWE superstars, and generations of fans who grew up on his iconic commentary has been overwhelming. Ross even noted during his final stretch of recovery that he spent time catching up on the phone with his longtime close friend and on-screen foil, “Stone Cold” Steve Austin.
What This Means for JR’s Broadcast Future
As we previously analyzed regarding his upcoming contract status, Ross‘s current deal with All Elite Wrestling is set to run through August. While the primary focus for JR right now is strictly on his physical rehabilitation, standard rest, and getting back to 100% comfort in his own home, his grit suggests we haven’t seen the last of him.
Whether or not he steps back behind an elite broadcast desk before the summer concludes, the entire wrestling world is simply overjoyed to see a true pioneer leave the hospital behind. There is only one Jim Ross, and seeing him head home to count his blessings is a massive victory for the entire business.
– Shay
