In a shocking turn of events, WWE Hall of Famer Jerry Lawler has parted ways with the company, bringing an end to a remarkable 30-year partnership that began in December 1992. According to a report by PWInsider, the decision not to renew Lawler’s contract has led to his departure from the organization. This news comes on the heels of Triple H’s announcement at the Backlash press conference, where he confirmed that Drew Gulak’s WWE contract would not be renewed.
Lawler, a beloved figure in professional wrestling, has been dealing with health issues in recent years. In 2023, he suffered a stroke, which has limited his abilities and caused him to re-evaluate his role within the company. Despite his recent health update, which suggests that he is slowly recovering, it is unlikely that Lawler will step back into the ring as a wrestler.
Throughout his illustrious career, Lawler has made a name for himself as both a wrestler and commentator. Many fans will remember the shocking moment when he suffered a heart attack on a live episode of RAW and had to be resuscitated. Lawler’s departure from WWE has come as a surprise to many backstage, with some believing that he would be “taken care of” by the company.
Lawler’s contract expired at the start of 2024, but news of his departure was only made public recently due to his ongoing health issues. Despite this, the WWE legend has been focusing on his health and recently underwent knee surgery.
In a positive update, Lawler revealed that he is slowly getting better and only experiences minor difficulties following his stroke in February 2023.
As he moves on from WWE, Lawler is now free to pursue opportunities elsewhere, although it appears that he is currently focusing on signing ventures. This marks the end of an era for Lawler, who has been an integral part of the WWE family for three decades. As fans and peers alike bid farewell to his WWE tenure, they celebrate the incredible legacy he has left behind.
