Jim Ross left WWE in 2013 after a mutual agreement to part ways. He has since worked with other wrestling promotions and focused on his own ventures.
Jim Ross, often referred to as “Good Ol’ JR,” is a legendary wrestling commentator and talent relations executive who became synonymous with WWE (formerly WWF) over his decades-long career. He first joined the company in 1993 and became one of the most recognizable voices in professional wrestling. Ross was known for his passionate commentary and deep knowledge of the industry.
In 2013, Ross’s tenure with WWE came to an end. The departure was officially described as a retirement, but it was widely reported that the decision came after a WWE 2K14 video game panel during SummerSlam weekend, where Ross was the host. The panel included WWE superstars and legends, and the event took an awkward turn due to the behavior of Ric Flair, which WWE management reportedly felt Ross did not handle as well as he could have.
Despite the circumstances surrounding his departure, Ross has spoken positively about his time with WWE and has maintained a good relationship with many of his former colleagues. After leaving WWE, Ross continued his career in wrestling commentary with stints in New Japan Pro Wrestling (NJPW) and All Elite Wrestling (AEW), where he has continued to be a prominent figure in the industry. He has also pursued other interests, including his own line of barbecue sauce, a podcast, and one-man shows.