Trivia

Almost walked out on his current job as play-by-play announcer with the WWE after they asked him to become "J.R." and wear a cowboy hat. He said that cowboys were from Texas, not Oklahoma, and didn't feel it was appropriate. After much persuasion, he conceded to Vince McMahon's demands and gave in. He is now widely-recognized as the most popular broadcaster in the history of the company.

Suffers from Bells Palsy, a condition that is responsible for paralyzing half his face. He has had it since January 25, 1995.

Played a major part in bringing superstar Mick Foley to WCW and WWE.

Created a line of barbecue sauces called "J.R.'s Slobberknocker BBQ Sauce," sold through World Wrestling Entertainment Shopzone. The cap on the bottle is a replica of his trademark black cowboy hat.

He is a diehard Sooners fan.

Former Senior Vice President of Talent Relations for the WWE. He stepped down in early 2004. JR's internal position is now as Executive Vice President, Business Strategies, working more closely with Vince McMahon.

The first Wrestlemania he appeared as play-by-play commentator for was WrestleMania IX (1993) in 1993.

Has been lead announcer for Mid-South/UWF (owned by Bill Watts), WCW, and WWE.

He has been good friends with two different "Steve Williams". One being "Dr. Death" Steve Williams and the other is also known as "StoneCold" Steve Austin.

Is also good friends with Mark Calaway (aka "The Undertaker"), Mick Foley, Al Snow, Jerry Lawler and probably more.

Went to Westville High School in Westville, Oklahoma

Collects John Wayne and Mickey Mantle memorabilia.

Bears a striking resemblance to actor Larry Hagman, who played J.R. Ewing on the TV series Dallas (1978).

Wore a pair of John Wayne's cufflinks during his WrestleMania appearances.

Returned to WWE Raw (1993) after Joey Styles quit. (May 2006)

Won a "No Disqualification match" against the 10th time World Heavyweight Champion, Triple H, in his first ever wrestling match (with the help from the World Heavyweight Champion, Batista). (April 2005)

Worked as a referee for the Oklahoma Intercollegiate Football Conference for 16 years, prior to his career in professional wrestling.

Graduate of Northfield, Mt. Hermon.

Is a huge ZZ Top fan.

WWE Hall of Famer.

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