AEW commentator and wrestling broadcasting legend Jim Ross has shared a new update on his health following a lengthy hospital stay, revealing that he is preparing to undergo brain surgery in the near future.
Speaking on a recent episode of Grilling JR, Ross said he continues to make progress after spending more than a month hospitalized, though he acknowledged that his recovery is still ongoing.
“I feel pretty good. I’m getting better every day, but still got a ways to go,” Ross explained, noting that he has not yet been cleared to drive and has begun reducing his public appearances while focusing on his health.
Ross is expected to make an appearance in Minneapolis in the coming weeks, but much of his attention is now centered on an upcoming medical procedure. According to the veteran announcer, doctors plan to perform brain surgery within the next week or two.
The 74-year-old revealed that the operation will involve the placement of a shunt designed to drain excess fluid from his brain and redirect it elsewhere in his body. The goal is to reduce pressure that has reportedly been affecting areas of the brain linked to memory and cognitive function.
Ross spoke candidly about the symptoms that led to the diagnosis, explaining that he had been struggling with memory issues and episodes of forgetfulness before suffering a medical incident at home that resulted in a lengthy hospitalization.
The Hall of Fame broadcaster described the nearly 40-day hospital stay as a difficult experience, but expressed confidence in his medical team and optimism about the procedure’s outcome.
The health issues follow a challenging period for Ross. After attending AEW’s Double or Nothing pay-per-view earlier this year, he reportedly suffered a fall that ultimately led to his extended hospitalization. Ross later disclosed that he experienced additional health complications during his trip to the event, including another fall and severe back problems after arriving at his hotel.
Despite those setbacks, Ross still fulfilled his commentary duties at the show, calling Jon Moxley’s successful Continental Championship defense against Kyle O’Reilly.
Looking ahead, Ross hopes the surgery will allow him to regain a better quality of life and continue his recovery at home.
“I’ll get it done, a short hospital stay, and limp back home and heal up,” Ross said regarding the upcoming procedure.
Earlier this year, Ross also underwent neurological testing to determine whether he might be dealing with dementia or Alzheimer’s disease. As of now, he has not publicly disclosed the results of those evaluations.
Ross has been a key figure in AEW since joining the company in 2019. With his current contract reportedly set to expire next month, questions remain about his future with the promotion. For now, however, the focus remains on his health and recovery as he prepares for the next step in his medical journey.
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