WWE: Jim Ross thanks the fans, media on his retirement; Stephanie McMahon and others comment

WWE’s Jim Ross announced his retirement

WWE Hall of Famer Jim Ross thanked the fans on his Twitter (@JRsBBQ) for all the support he’d received since his WWE “retirement” was announced today. He wrote, “The feedback I’ve received re: my @WWE retirement has been amazing. Heartfelt thanks to all. I’m ready 4 the next adventure. Stay tuned!” He also wrote, “You’re going to be seeing more of me :)”

JR’s retirement has already generated a good amount of media, with stories appearing at TMZ, The London Free Press, The Atlantic Wire, and The Toronto Sun. Many people in the industry took to their Twitters to comment on JR’s retirement. Here are some of their comments:

Stephanie McMahon:

Thank you for everything @JRsBBQ I've learned so much from you. You will always be the voice of the WWE. #halloffamer

— Stephanie McMahon (@StephMcMahon) September 12, 2013

Howard Finkel:

I wish nothing but the very best to @JRsBBQ. I've truly enjoyed my professional and personal association with him through the years!

— Howard Finkel (@howardfinkel) September 11, 2013

Beth Phoenix:

Thank u @JRsBBQ for doing me the honor of calling my matches & sharing ur wisdom. I was truly one of the lucky ones to b able to work w/ u!!

— Beth Phoenix (@TheBethPhoenix) September 12, 2013

Lance Storm:

@JRsBBQ is the greatest announcer to ever call a match IMO. He's made more matches better than any wrestler ever has. #ThankYouJR

— Lance Storm (@LanceStorm) September 11, 2013

Frankie Kazarian:

A very happy retirement to @JRsBBQ much deserved to a great gentleman and the voice of a generation.

— Frankie Kazarian (@FrankieKazarian) September 11, 2013

Jonathan Coachman:

@JRsBBQ Just wanted to say congratulations on a great career. You were the best my friend. No one better.

— Jonathan Coachman (@TheCoachESPN) September 12, 2013

Sean Waltman:

@JRsBBQ You are & always will be the best. That's coming from a boy who grew up on Gordon Solie. Thank You Jim.

— Sean Waltman (@TheRealXPac) September 11, 2013

Sho Funaki:

@JRsBBQ _ I appreciate it JR. #ThankYouJR

— Sho Funaki (@shofufu824) September 11, 2013

The Iron Sheik:

Jim Ross @JRsBBQ great announcer in the history. nobody better than him. i love him forever

— The Iron Sheik (@the_ironsheik) September 11, 2013

Justin Roberts:

The passion, knowledge & untouchable experience. Thank you @JRsBBQ for adding so much to SO many matches and stories. #LEGEND

— Justin Roberts (@JustinRoberts) September 11, 2013