Jim Ross has finally undergone his latest brain shunt surgery, and there’s some good news for the WWE Hall of Famer. After doctors initially postponed the procedure because of encouraging CT scan results, plans changed on November 11, 2026, and Ross went under the knife. Fortunately, the operation went according to plan.
Conrad Thompson, who co-hosts the Grilling JR podcast alongside Ross, provided multiple updates on Wednesday as the situation developed. Earlier in the day, Ringside News covered how Ross’ surgery had been postponed after doctors received positive results from a CT scan, raising hopes that another operation might not be necessary. Thompson initially explained that doctors had decided to hold off on the procedure while waiting for additional testing.
“They postponed it after a good CT scan. Hoping for another good report this morning with a new CT scan!”
However, things changed later in the afternoon. Thompson returned to Twitter to announce that Ross was finally being taken in for the operation after the earlier delay.
“JR is finally headed in right now for shunt surgery.”
The surgery didn’t take long to produce another update, and this time it was exactly what fans wanted to hear. Thompson confirmed that Ross had made it through the procedure without any problems being disclosed.
“JR is out of surgery and everything went well! Praise God!”
It’s a huge relief considering everything the 74-year-old wrestling legend has been dealing with over the past several months. Ross originally had a shunt inserted into his brain in August to help drain excess fluid that had been affecting his balance and memory. The device initially made a significant difference in his ability to walk and maintain his balance, but complications eventually developed. Ross began experiencing severe headaches, and doctors discovered bleeding during a CT scan, leading his surgeon to temporarily turn off the shunt.
Ross subsequently underwent another brain procedure on October 7 before dealing with additional health problems later that month, including a chest infection that left him hospitalized with low oxygen levels. The latest surgery had originally been scheduled for November 10, with Thompson asking wrestling fans to send their support to the longtime WWE and AEW commentator.
“Good ole JR is having shunt surgery this morning. Let’s all pray for his speedy recovery! 🙏 Jim deserves a break.”
Although the operation was delayed, Ross ultimately underwent the procedure on November 11, and Thompson’s latest update confirms that everything went well. There has been no further announcement about when Ross will be discharged or when he might return to work.
Ross has remained determined to get back behind the commentary desk for AEW whenever his health allows. However, his recovery remains the priority after months of medical setbacks.
After everything Jim Ross has been through this year, hearing that his latest surgery went well is exactly the kind of news wrestling fans have been hoping for. There’s still a recovery process ahead, but at least JR has cleared another major hurdle, and that’s something worth celebrating. Ringside News wishes Ross a smooth recovery.
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