Millions of people, especially men, have watched exciting wrestler battles at least once. The battle of the stronger sex, athletically built and full of courage and desperate drive, can be watched endlessly. Each battle is a small theatrical performance, accompanied by loud music and the cries of fans. A fight in the ring is not only a demonstration of male power and aggression, but also resourcefulness, dexterity and, of course, charisma.
What do we know about wrestling stars? A rare person will name at least a couple of names of famous heroes of this sport. Jerry Lawler is perhaps one of the most striking characters who built a sports career in the ring and beyond. He knows the sweet taste of victory and the bitterness of defeat. But, despite all the twists of fate, he defended and continues to defend the title of king of the ring.
Biography
Jerry Lawler (Jerry Lawler) was born November 29, 1949, in the United States, the city of Memphis (Tennessee). From childhood, he was distinguished by a lively character and strong physique. Jerry spent most of his life in his hometown, from a young age he worked as a disc jockey and did not even dream of a wrestler career. But in the 1960s, a meeting with Aubrey Griffith, a promoter of local wrestlers, turned his life upside down. Jerry received an offer to participate in training. And already in 1970, Lawler made his debut in the ring. A year later, the wrestler won the league title. This victory was followed by the following - at the NWA Southern Tag Championship.
In 1974, twice champion Jerry Lawler went into battle with his coach Jackie Fargo. This victory was not easy for the wrestler, but became fateful in his career. Now Jerry is not just the owner of the AWA Southern Heavyweight champion belt, but also the King of the Ring title.
5 years after this momentous victory, Jerry "King" Lawler takes part in the CWA (Continental Wrestling Association) championship. And victory again! This time the fight was with Billy Graham.
From 1983 to 1986, Jerry Lawler continued his happy career streak. For the second time, he becomes the AWA champion (fight with Ken Pater), wins the NWA Mid America champion title (fight with Randy Savage) and once again confirms the title of King, but already in the AWA international championship (fight with Billy Dundee).
Achievements
Jerry Lawler had a very eventful life in the ring. It cannot be said that he was an absolute champion and did not know defeats at all. But during his active career, the American wrestler won 140 championships (local and international). Moreover, Jerry Lawler is a three-time world champion (World Class Wrestling Association). But perhaps the most significant and happy event in the career of the wrestler was his entrance to the WWE Hall of Fame.
Personal life
In parallel to a successful career, Jerry Lawler's personal life was no less intense. He was married three times. The marriage with his first wife, Kay, gave the wrestler two sons - Brian and Kevin. The eldest son (Brian) followed in his father's footsteps and became a professional and fairly successful wrestler. In the sports world, he is known as Grandmaster Sexay. The second son (Kevin) was also engaged in wrestling, but he did not advance far in it and changed his sphere of activity.
In 1982, Jerry Lawler married a second time. Only the name of the wife (Paula) and the fact that they lived together for about ten years is known about this marriage.
The third wife of the king of the ring was Stacy Carter - also a professional wrestler, known by the name of Cat. They met at a charity softball match. Jerry Lawler was still married to Paula and did not consider Stacy as a future passion. However, over time, they became closer. This was largely contributed to by common interests and hobbies, including wrestling. It was Jerry who helped Stacy in the formation and development of a sports career.
Game or reality
Jerry Lawler's victory list is huge. He was not afraid to fight wrestling legends (Terry Funk and Hulk Hogan) and gained the upper hand. But his most famous rival was artist Andy Kaufman. Clarification of relations between these men took place both in the ring, and on television, and, possibly, in real life. So, in one of the series of David Letterman shows, Lawler slapped Kaufman in the face, which became one of the brightest and most memorable moments of the American show. And it was this incident that helped Jerry get a role in the film "Man on the Moon", dedicated to the life and work of E. Kaufman.
King of the ring today
Today, Jerry Lawler is 66 years old. He works as a commentator on WWE fights. Jerry is considered the most sincere and emotional commentator. He knows the ring very well and is familiar with the microphone.
And although Lawler has long been retired by age and sporting standards, his prideful temper has long haunted him. Sounds loud music, wrestling, "Jerry Lawler" is displayed on a running board … The famous fighter 183 cm tall and weighing 110 kg again appeared in the ring, exciting the fans. Of course, these fights were less aggressive and, rather, symbolic. But it seems that Jerry was unable to sit in a commentary chair and even today is eager for new victories.
