The wrestling world was taken aback by the recent news of WWE releasing Jerry “The King” Lawler from his main contract. The move has sparked a mix of reactions from fans and fellow wrestlers alike. One of Lawler’s fellow Hall of Famers, Jeff Jarrett, has shared his unique perspective on the situation, and his comments may raise a few eyebrows.
Jarrett, a seasoned wrestler and co-founder of TNA, credits Lawler’s incredible longevity in the top promotion to one reason: talent. “The King” has had an illustrious career spanning 54 years, with an impressive 39 years under contract with WWE. Jarrett believes that Lawler’s sheer talent has been the key to his enduring success.
Jarrett, who has a long history with Lawler, both in the ring and out, has immense respect for the veteran wrestler. The two have shared a storied past, co-owning the Continental Wrestling Association (CWA) in the 1970s and 1980s, with Lawler being the top star of the promotion. They also had a memorable feud in the USWA, but later formed a successful tag team, winning the World Tag Team Championship four times.
While recording his My World podcast, Jarrett learned of Lawler’s WWE contract and took the opportunity to praise his fellow legend. He described Lawler’s decades-long career as “unbelievable,” emphasizing the magnitude of his achievements.
Jarrett also shared his thoughts on WWE’s new era, sparking interesting discussions about the direction the company is headed. Meanwhile, All Elite Wrestling (AEW) is gearing up for its sixth annual Double Or Nothing pay-per-view, with a stacked line-up for this week’s live Dynamite episode. The show, airing on TBS from the Angel of the Winds Arena in Everett, Washington, promises to be an action-packed event.
As the wrestling world continues to evolve, Lawler’s departure from WWE marks the end of an era, but Jarrett’s words of praise are a testament to the impact “The King” has had on the industry. With Lawler now signed to a legends contract, fans can expect to see more of him in the WWE Universe, albeit in a different capacity.
