Jim Ross expresses embarrassment over WWE TV booking decisions
Wrestling Inc • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 20, 2026, 8:00 PM
Last updated Sep 20, 2026
Jim Ross, a WWE Hall of Fame commentator and current AEW voice, stated he felt 'embarrassed' by being booked in various angles during his time with WWE. On a recent episode of 'Grilling JR,' Ross reflected on past storylines, including a no disqualification bout with Triple H and an intergender tag team match. Despite achieving some success as a character, he felt his lack of training and preparation detracted from the authenticity of the wrestling. After not renewing his WWE contract in 2019, he signed with AEW for what was reported as a lucrative deal.
- •Jim Ross felt embarrassed about WWE booking decisions.
- •He discussed past angles on the podcast 'Grilling JR.'
- •Ross recalled a no disqualification match against Triple H.
- •He parted ways with WWE in 2019, joining AEW afterward.
- •AEW signed him to a reportedly lucrative commentary deal.
- 8:00 PMWrestling Inc — AEW's Jim Ross Says He Was 'Embarrassed' To Be Booked In WWE TV Angles
"WWE Hall of Fame commentator, and current AEW voice, Jim Ross said he was "embarrassed" to be booked in various angles on WWE TV.
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