Lex Luger Reveals Why He Missed WWE WrestleMania 41 Appearance
Former WCW world champion Lex Luger, who was recently inducted into the 2025 WWE Hall of Fame, left fans wondering why he was noticeably absent from the Hall of Fame members’ appearance at WrestleMania. Luger, who made a heartfelt speech with the support of Diamond Dallas Page, shed light on the reason for his absence in a recent interview with Ariel Helwani.
A Difficult Decision
During the interview, Luger explained that despite his desire to be present at the event, he faced physical limitations that prevented him from attending. He recounted, “The next day, on Saturday, I could hardly get out of bed. So I just called the guys and they were so cool about it and said, ‘Look, we’d love to have you down there. Let’s see how you feel later today.’ But it was obvious by late afternoon that time that I wasn’t going to be able to get out there… Saturday would have been great, but it was a no-go. If I could have, I would have.”
Respecting His Health
Luger’s candid admission sheds light on the challenges he continues to face, despite his wrestling career achievements. His decision to prioritize his health and well-being serves as a reminder of the physical toll that professional wrestling can take on its participants, even long after their active careers have ended.
While fans may have missed seeing Luger at WrestleMania 41, his honesty and transparency about his health struggles offer a valuable perspective on the realities of life after wrestling. Luger’s determination to overcome adversity both in and out of the ring is a testament to his resilience and strength as a wrestling legend.