Jim Ross, legendary wrestling commentator, battles colon cancer
The renowned professional wrestling commentator, Jim Ross, is facing a colon cancer diagnosis. Ross, 73, announced via a social media post that he was diagnosed this week and will undergo surgery in the next two weeks.Ross is widely recognized for his outstanding career in World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE), where he worked from 1993 to 2013. His iconic phrases have transcended popular culture, solidifying him as one of the most beloved voices in the history of wrestling. His catchphrase, “My God” or “By God”, pronounced with his Oklahoma accent after a shocking moment, is perhaps the most famous. Other expressions like “He’s broken in half” and “That man has a family” are frequently used on social media. Ross is a fervent follower and promoter of the American football team Oklahoma Sooners, and is known for entering the ring with the school song, “Boomer Sooner”. Inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame in 2007, Ross has been part of All Elite Wrestling (AEW) since 2019. The AEW statement expresses: All Elite Wrestling joins fans around the world to send love and support to Jim Ross in his fight against colon cancer. J.R. is a valuable member of the AEW family, and we accompany him on his road to recovery.I appreciate your concern and support.
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