Jim Ross Slams Wrestlers Wearing Jewelry in the Ring

WWE Hall of Famer Jim Ross didn’t hold back on the latest episode of Grilling JR, calling out a trend he believes has no place in professional wrestling—jewelry in the ring.

The legendary commentator and old-school purist made it clear that he thinks the habit is not only unnecessary but downright dangerous.

“Why the hell are the wrestlers wearing jewelry when they’re fighting?” Ross ranted, targeting performers across all wrestling promotions. “That’s all companies, whether it be necklaces or earrings or bracelets or whatever the hell it may be. I know I’m old school. You can get out in my fu**ing yard anytime now, but golly. It’s so weak.”

JR’s frustration stems from both aesthetic and practical concerns, as he pointed out the risks jewelry can pose during a match. “You can get caught up in someone’s gear, and in the worst-case scenario, it can be ripped out during a match,” Ross explained. “I don’t think any wrestler should ever wear any jewelry when they’re wrestling. Somebody just has to say, ‘No, you can’t wear your sh*t. Put it up, and then when you get through wrestling, you can put it back on.’ It’s just not good.”

Ross’ fiery comments lit up the wrestling community, with fans debating whether today’s flashy culture clashes with the grit of old-school wrestling. While some agree with JR’s take, others see jewelry as part of the character flair in modern wrestling.