Rikishi undergoes unexpected surgery, withdraws from appearances

Rikishi, the WWE Hall of Famer and patriarch of the Anoaʻi wrestling family, underwent unexpected surgery recently after a sudden health issue, sources said. The 58 year old was forced to withdraw from several upcoming public appearances and is focusing on recovery; he is expected to make a personal announcement about his condition in the near future. No details about the nature of the surgery have been disclosed.

Multiple reports described the procedure as unplanned and prompted by an acute medical development that required immediate attention. Out of caution, Rikishi cleared his schedule of scheduled appearances and engagements to allow time for convalescence. Representatives and Rikishi himself have not issued a public statement about his diagnosis or the specifics of the operation.

Rikishi rose to prominence during the Attitude Era and is widely known for his work as part of the tag team Too Cool as well as for later singles runs that included championship success. He was later inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame and has remained a visible figure in wrestling as a coach, podcast host, and mentor to younger talent. He is the father of WWE performers Jimmy Uso, Jey Uso, and...