Jake Roberts Recovers After Successful Hip Surgery

WWE Hall of Famer Jake "The Snake" Roberts underwent successful hip revision surgery on January 7, 2026, in a procedure aimed at addressing complications from a prior hip replacement. The 70-year-old wrestling legend is now recovering at home, according to an update from his wife, Cheryl Roberts.

Fellow wrestling veteran Leilani Kai shared a message of support on social media the day before the operation, urging fans to keep Roberts in their thoughts. "Thinking of Jake The Snake Roberts this morning as he goes in for hip revision surgery," Kai wrote. "Sending love to Jake and Cheryl Roberts. Wishing him a smooth surgery and a strong, steady recovery ahead." Cheryl Roberts later confirmed the positive outcome on her Facebook page, stating, "Surgery was a huge success! Jake is now home and recovering. Thank you for all prayers and well wishes."

The surgery marks the latest chapter in Roberts' ongoing health challenges, which have spanned more than a decade. In May 2025, he had heart ablation surgery to treat an arrhythmia, an abnormal heartbeat, and underwent a bronchoscopy to manage complications from chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and double pneumonia. Roberts was...