WWE legend Jim Ross, 73, diagnosed with cancer after years of health struggles

WWE Hall of Famer Jim Ross has been diagnosed with colon cancer.

The 73-year-old broadcaster, who has been affectionately nickname by fans as Good Ol’ JR, was the voice of professional wrestling for the iconic Attitude Era.

He has been been candid with fans over the last few years after a series of health battles, including overcoming skin cancer and needing surgery related to the disease on his right hip.

In a heartbreaking update on Thursday, Ross wrote on X: ‘Diagnosed this week with colon cancer.’

The wrestling icon – who is currently employed by Tony Khan’s All Elite Wrestling (AEW) – added that he’ll be undergoing surgery this month.

‘Surgery being scheduled in the next week or two,’ he continued. ‘I appreciate your concern and support. 🙏’

Ross, who has worked alongside the likes of Jerry ‘The King’ Lawler, Michael Cole and more over his illustrious career, has faced a myriad of health issues over the past few years.

Almost exactly a year ago, Ross revealed he had been taken to hospital ‘unexpectedly’, but did not given any further details about what’s to come.

He wrote on X: ‘Unexpected trip to ER in Norman this morning. Shortness of the breath. That’s all for now.’

In October 2021, he was diagnosed with skin cancer, and subsequently underwent radiation treatments with over 20 sessions to overcome the illness in 2023.

He was subsequently still undergoing treatment to deal with wounds from radiotherapy.

Meanwhile, in February 2024, he was seen walking with a cane after breaking his hip.

‘First full day on Jax Beach and out of the rehab facility! Using a cane for now. Improving daily. Broken hip responding well,’ he told fans at the time.

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