Jim Ross Reveals He Has Been Hospitalized in Oklahoma for 22 Days

Jim Ross is currently dealing with a significant health situation, having spent the past three weeks in a hospital in Norman, Oklahoma. The AEW commentator and WWE Hall of Famer broke the news himself via social media, offering fans their first direct word on his condition.

In his post, Ross struck a characteristically resilient tone, writing, “Day 22 in the hospital in Norman. Watching @CWSOmaha with my @soonerbaseball. Thanks for everyone’s kind thoughts and prayers. Don’t count me out…” The message — equal parts update and rallying cry — drew an outpouring of support from the wrestling community.

The fact that Ross chose to frame the post around cheering on Oklahoma Sooners baseball speaks to the man’s personality. Even hospitalized for more than three weeks, he’s keeping up with his teams and making sure fans know he’s still in the fight. Ross has been one of the most beloved figures in professional wrestling for decades, first rising to prominence as the voice of WWE’s Attitude Era before later joining AEW at its launch as a key part of its broadcast team.

No specific details about the nature of his illness have been made public. Ross has faced serious health challenges in recent years, and news of an extended hospital stay will naturally raise concern among fans and colleagues alike.

Hopefully, JR is on the mend. The wrestling world will be watching closely for further updates.