WWE’s Jerry Lawler Suffered ‘Massive Stroke’, Remains Hospitalized and Hopeful

Jerry “The King” Lawler is recovering after suffering a “massive stroke” on Monday … and although his speech is limited, he is expected to make a full recovery with rehabilitation.

A representative for Lawler provided a health update on Wednesday … after fans spent the past two days worried about the 73-year-old WWE legend following his recent health crisis.

Lawler, who has a history of heart problems, was given a thumbs-up from a hospital in Fort Myers, Florida, where he is recovering…a welcome sight for WWE fans.

Jerry also had a visit from the WWE icon jimmy hartbest known for his work as a professional wrestling manager, musician, and songwriter… and the guys took a picture together.

As we reported earlier on Wednesday, Lawler’s longtime friend and broadcast partner, Jim RossAlso gave an updatesaying that Jerry was heading in the right direction, but encouraged people to keep praying for him.

JR said he spoke briefly with Lawler and could tell his speech was affected by the stroke, but he was confident his friend would bounce back.

“Jerry’s prognosis is positive but he needs all of our thoughts and prayers,” Ross tweeted.

Sadly, this isn’t Jerry’s first health scare…in 2012, he suffered a cardiac arrest during an episode of Monday Night Raw. He also suffered a stroke in 2018.