Jerry The King Lawler might not be lacing up his boots just yet, but he isnt ruling it out either.
The WWE Hall of Famer recently sat down with News 5 inside his East Memphis homedecorated floor to ceiling with Coca-Cola Santas and vintage memorabiliafor a heartfelt interview about his health, faith, and future in the ring. The 76-year-old wrestling legend is still recovering from a serious stroke he suffered in September while alone in Florida.
McBride, his former longtime partner who still holds medical power of attorney, directed paramedics remotely and helped save his life. Lawler admitted his daily strength now hovers around a 6 or 7 out of 10but hes still getting around, traveling for autograph signings and making appearances nearly every weekend.
Though colorblindness from the stroke has kept him away from his beloved painting hobby, Lawlers mindset remains defiant. When asked about returning to the ring, he didnt hesitate to offer a glimmer of hope.
Lawler hasnt wrestled since 2022, and his latest health scare would be enough to sideline anyone. But for a man who once piledrove Andy Kaufman into wrestling history and narrated the Battle of the Billionaires at WrestleMania, resilience has always been part of the crown.
As Christmas decorations lit up his home, Lawler also shared that hes recently reconnected with his faith and the reason for the season, saying:
Whether he returns to the ring or not, Jerry Lawler continues to show what it means to battle through adversity like a king.
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