Jerry O’Neil Lawler is one my favorite figures in wrestling history. He is both beloved and hated by fans and wrestlers alike, sometimes in the same conversation. The unquestioned “King of Memphis Wrestling”, Lawler’s career spans through 5 decades at this point, as a wrestler, promoter, and announcer. A member of the WWE Hall of Fame, both as an in and out of ring talent, Jerry has left an indelible mark on the wrestling business. Growing up in Ohio, he is an avid fan of the Cleveland sports teams, particularly the Browns. As a lifelong non-drinker, his vice has always been Coca-Cola, and he has an extensive collection of memorabilia and signage to prove it. He loves Superman and Batman, and even owns a 1960’s Batmobile which he drives around Memphis. Outside the state of Tennessee, he is known primarily for his famed run with Andy Kaufman, his announcing for WWE, and his many wives, but let me take you a little deeper into the history of The King.
All Hail “The King” Jerry Lawler
All Hail “The King” Jerry Lawler
All Hail “The King” Jerry Lawler
Jerry O’Neil Lawler is one my favorite figures in wrestling history. He is both beloved and hated by fans and wrestlers alike, sometimes in the same conversation. The unquestioned “King of Memphis Wrestling”, Lawler’s career spans through 5 decades at this point, as a wrestler, promoter, and announcer. A member of the WWE Hall of Fame, both as an in and out of ring talent, Jerry has left an indelible mark on the wrestling business. Growing up in Ohio, he is an avid fan of the Cleveland sports teams, particularly the Browns. As a lifelong non-drinker, his vice has always been Coca-Cola, and he has an extensive collection of memorabilia and signage to prove it. He loves Superman and Batman, and even owns a 1960’s Batmobile which he drives around Memphis. Outside the state of Tennessee, he is known primarily for his famed run with Andy Kaufman, his announcing for WWE, and his many wives, but let me take you a little deeper into the history of The King.