10 Fascinating WWE King Of The Ring 2001 Facts

10. It's The Only King Of The Ring With No Involvement From Jerry Lawler

A King of the Ring without the resident King. Lawler had taken a physical role at the first five pay-per-views sharing his royal moniker, wrestling at the 1994-96 events, and insinuating himself at both the 1993 and 1998 cards. At the 1999, 2000, and 2002 shows, Lawler sat on his familiar WWE perch as the color commentator for all of the festivities.

In February 2001, Lawler disappeared from WWE telecasts, quitting the company in protest of the firing of then-wife Stacy "The Kat" Carter. Paul Heyman (fresh off the sinking of his ECW promotion) replaced Lawler on primary broadcasts, including Raw and pay-per-views, until Lawler mended fences with WWE. "The King" returned after Survivor Series that year, and has remained with WWE since, albeit in a diminished role today.