Rikishi undergoes emergency surgery

Due to a sudden health issue, Rikishi has canceled all his scheduled commitments

So far, no further details have been provided regarding the health of the WWE Hall of Famer

Rikishi
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Zully Angeles
Zully Angeles
Published 10/19/2025

Just a few hours ago, it was confirmed that WWE Hall of Famer and member of the Samoan family, Rikishi, is dealing with health issues and, as a result, has undergone emergency surgery to receive treatment.

According to the report from PWInsider, the 60-year-old legend, known for his career in the Attitude Era and for being the father of current superstars The Usos and Solo Sikoa, was forced to undergo surgery after experiencing a sudden health issue, leading to the cancellation of several previously scheduled appearances.

Although details about the exact nature of the procedure are still being kept confidential, close sources indicated that the surgery was necessary due to "a health issue that arose suddenly." The situation was deemed serious enough for Rikishi to clear his schedule and focus entirely on his recovery.

Given the recent concern from fans, it is expected that WWE Hall of Famer Rikishi, or his family, will make a formal announcement soon, providing fans with more information about what happened and his recovery process.