September 11th, 2012Top StoryJerry Lawler Collapses During Live Raw, Has CPR Performed As Michael Cole Informs Viewers "This Is Not Part Of The Show" [UPDATE]By Timothy Burke
The show's currently airing without commentary as host Michael Cole informed viewers of Lawler's condition and assured them that it was "not part of the show." Spectators at the event can be seen in the above video completely ignoring the action in the ring and focusing on the medical attention being given to Lawler on the right side of the screen. Cole attempted to continue with the commentary before apparently being pulled off the broadcast. The Montreal crowd, meanwhile, is chanting Lawler's name. We'll update this post as we learn for information. [USA] Update (10:40 p.m.): Raw just reported Lawler is in a Montreal hospital and breathing on his own. Update (10:57 p.m.): The latest TV update reports Lawler is responsive and awaiting a CT scan in a Montreal ER. Update (12:40 p.m.): It's now believed Lawler suffered a heart attack. Update (9:28 a.m.): Here's WWE's official statement:
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