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Jim Ross is still the "voice of wrestling" to most longtime fans. The WWE Hall of Famer is synonymous with some of wrestling's most iconic moments, including Mick Foley breaking in half, Shawn Michaels' boyhood dream, and Austin 3:16.

Wrestling News / The Sportster / August 28

Jim Ross Re-Signs with AEW, Dismisses WWE Return Rumors

Jim Ross re-signed a one-year AEW deal through next August; he's on a part-time, PPV-focused schedule. He re-signed after discussions with Tony Khan in London and feels strongly included in AEW plans.

Wrestling News / Wrestling on SI / August 28

Jim Ross Provides Major Update On AEW And WWE Contract Status

Jim Ross was set to become a free agent shortly, but his future with AEW is now locked in, at least for the next year. "The Voice of Wrestling" has been the soundtrack of wrestling fandom for five decades, and he made the jump from WWE to AEW in 2019 when the company launched.

Wrestling News / Wrestling on SI / August 26

RVD Issues Controversial Response To Raja Jackson Incident With Syko Stu Smith

Quinton "Rampage" Jackson's son Raja Jackson's attack on "Syko Stu" Smith has generated a harsh reaction across the pro wrestling landscape, but one WWE Hall of Famer's words regarding the incident have incited some controversy.

Wrestling News / The Sportster / August 14

Veteran Commentator Jim Ross Blasts Vince McMahon’s TMZ Appearance

Vince McMahon's appearance raised concerns due to an aged, tired look. Social media reacted harshly, with users commenting on McMahon's look. Suggestions of cosmetic surgery were made regarding McMahon's appearance.

Wrestling News / The Sportster / August 8

Jim Ross Reveals AEW Contract Expiring, Praises Tony Khan's Treatment

Jim Ross wants to stay with AEW due to CEO's fair treatment. Ross reveals his contract is up in August but plans to continue working. Despite recent health scares, Ross is cancer-free and will be calling matches in August.

Wrestling News / Wrestling on SI / July 29

Jim Ross Gives AEW Star Athena Her Flowers

Ever since arriving to All Elite Wrestling and Ring of Honor, Athena has been dominating the ROH division, reigning as the ROH Women's World Champion for over 960 days.

Wrestling News / 5 GOATs / July 12

Legendary wrestling announcer Jim Ross returns to AEW following successful cancer battle

Following a successful battle with cancer, legendary professional wrestling announcer Jim Ross returned to AEW programming Saturday night as part of its annual ‘All In’ pay-per-view event at Globe Life Field in Arlington, TX.

Wrestling News / Wrestling on SI / July 4

Jim Ross Critiques Commentary In WWE, AEW, And TNA

Jim Ross is set to make his return to pro wrestling commentary at AEW All In: Texas, and he appears set to lead by example. The "Voice of Wrestling" has been on the mend from colon cancer surgery, and recently revealed he is cancer-free.

Wrestling News / Wrestling on SI / July 3

Jim Ross Reveals Which Match He Would Like To Call At AEW All In: Texas

The "Voice of Wrestling" Jim Ross is on the mend, and that means AEW fans can hope to have him as a part of the upcoming AEW All In: Texas pay-per-view on July 12.

Wrestling News / Wrestling on SI / June 25

Jim Ross Announces He's Cancer Free, Ready To Return For AEW All In Texas

Hall of Fame broadcaster Jim Ross shared spectacular news on Wednesday. During the latest episode of the Grilling JR Podcast, Ross announced that he is officially cancer-free after undergoing surgery for colon cancer back in May.

Wrestling News / Wrestling on SI / May 27

Update On WWE Hall Of Famer Jim Ross Undergoing Colon Cancer Surgery

WWE Hall of Famer and current AEW broadcaster Jim Ross is on the road to recovery. The longtime "Voice of Wrestling" announced earlier this month he was diagnosed with colon cancer after a visit with doctors.

Wrestling News / Athlon Sports / May 15

WWE and AEW Stars React to Devastating News Around Wrestling Legend

Legendary wrestling commentator Jim Ross took to X this afternoon to announce he has colon cancer. JR has been on the mic in parts of six decades, including a 20-year career in the WWE and as the original play-by-play commentator for AEW.

Wrestling News / The Sportster / May 16

'Diagnosed This Week With Colon Cancer': Jim Ross Shares Sobering Health Update

Wrestling fans were met with some concerning news this week, as Jim Ross revealed he has been diagnosed with colon cancer. The legendary wrestling announcer now faces yet another serious health battle, but one he's already preparing for, with surgery scheduled to take place in the next two weeks.

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Wrestling News / Athlon Sports / May 15

WWE Hall of Famer and AEW Commentator Jim Ross Diagnosed With Colon Cancer

The voice of wrestling, Jim Ross, has announced another cancer diagnosis. Ross, who currently serves as a commentator for AEW, revealed on social media that he has been diagnosed with colon cancer.

Wrestling News / Ringside Intel / June 26, 2024

AEW’s Jim Ross Suffers Another Medical Setback

Recent years have been hard on him, and now AEW’s Jim Ross suffers yet another medical setback. Long a WWE mainstay, he is one of the best commentators in professional wrestling history.

Wrestling News / F4WOnline.com / May 24, 2024

Jim Ross to miss AEW Double or Nothing following hospitalization

Though he’s hoping for a quick recovery from his health issues, Jim Ross won’t be in Las Vegas for AEW’s Double or Nothing pay-per-view this weekend. Ross announced on Thursday morning that he needed to make an unexpected trip to the emergency room due to shortness of breath.

Wrestling News / Larry Brown Sports / May 23, 2024

WWE legend Jim Ross hospitalized with medical issue

Legendary wrestling announcer Jim Ross was hospitalized on Thursday with a medical issue.

Wrestling News / F4WOnline.com / May 22, 2024

Jim Ross says AEW’s challenge is ‘creating new stars’

Jim Ross believes AEW’s challenge right now is creating new stars. Ross appeared on Busted Open Radio on Wednesday and was asked to give a letter grade to the company he’s worked for since it launched five years ago.

Wrestling News / Ringside Intel / March 22, 2024

Jim Ross Re-Signs With AEW, Thinks Retirement Happens This Year

Jim Ross re-signs with AEW, but the extension was only for a year as the pro wrestling legend sees retirement before 2024 concludes. Jim Ross has covered wrestling for a majority of his life.

Wrestling News / Ringside Intel / March 9, 2024

Jim Ross Provides Update On His Health Issues

We know he’s had a rough run of things recently, and Jim Ross provides an update on his health issues. The legendary commentator has called matches for many promotions, including WWE and of course AEW.

Wrestling News / F4WOnline.com / February 1, 2024

Jim Ross undergoes cancer surgery

Hall of Fame wrestling announcer Jim Ross has announced that he underwent surgery to address cancer on his right hip on Thursday. In a social media post on Thursday night, Ross said that he had surgery on his right hip on Thursday morning: Had cancer surgery this morning on my right hip.