Thursday, June 26, 2025 - Legendary wrestling commentator Jim Ross has announced he is officially cancer-free following surgery last month to treat colon cancer. The 73-year-old AEW broadcaster shared the news on his "Grilling JR" podcast, expressing relief and optimism as he looks forward to returning to work.
“The colon cancer is gone, which I’m very happy to say,”
Ross revealed, according to Wrestling News. He added that he’s feeling
significantly better and has set his sights on making a return to the
microphone at AEW’s upcoming “All In” event.
“Yeah, I’m tired of sitting at home, and I’m excited about
the opportunities that await,” Ross said. “I am feeling better.”
Ross also took time to publicly thank AEW president Tony
Khan for his support during the cancer battle. “Tony Khan was amazingly
wonderful throughout this whole process,” Ross said. “He supported me
wholeheartedly and I really do appreciate that. That’s the way a boss should
act — take care of your people. And Tony Khan has certainly taken good care of
me.”
With decades of experience and a storied career in
professional wrestling, Ross has faced several health challenges in the past,
but he vowed to beat cancer, and has now kept that promise. His fans and the
wrestling community have welcomed the good news with celebration and
encouragement as he prepares for his next chapter in the ring-side booth.
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