WWE Hall of Famer, Jeff Jarrett, disclosed the names he would select for his personal wrestling Mount Rushmore. Jarrett emphasised the inclusion of the controversial Jerry “The King” Lawler, affirming that Lawler would “certainly” be on his list.
In a recent episode of “My World with Jeff Jarrett,” Jarrett expressed his admiration for Lawler’s professional capabilities, acknowledging him as a versatile and fearless wrestler who contributed significantly to the business.
Looking at Lawler through the lens of a businessman, not only my fandom, and throwing a great punch, throwing him across the – Lawler wasn’t afraid of any bumps.
Despite Lawler’s tumultuous journey in the industry, Jarrett highlighted his impact on ticket sales, emphasising his belief that Lawler unequivocally deserves a place on every wrestling Mount Rushmore, particularly his own.
All the wrestling stuff and that’s cool, again a flawed human being, the ups and downs, and the story behind the story, but the business side of it and how many tickets he sold? For me? I don’t see how he’s not on a Mount Rushmore. He’s certainly on mine.
However, Lawler’s career has been marked by health challenges, including a heart attack suffered live on WWE television and a subsequent stroke in 2018. Presently, he is in recovery from a knee replacement surgery, further highlighting the enduring impact of his wrestling career.
Has WWE Renewed Jerry Lawler’s Contract?
It has been reported that WWE has chosen not to renew Jerry Lawler’s contract, this marks the end of Lawler’s relationship with the company which started back in 1992. A source spoke about how with the company now being owned by Endeavor, previous people who would have had jobs for life will likely no longer have that opportunity.
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