In late September 2024, WWE fans were alarmed by false reports claiming the death of superstar Jimmy Uso. These rumors were fueled by a heartfelt social media post from his father, WWE Hall of Famer Rikishi, who shared a video of Jimmy accompanied by a prayer for his strength and health. The post led to widespread speculation about Jimmy’s well-being.([Boxing Daily News][1], [The Times of India][2], [The Times of India
However, WWE promptly addressed the situation, confirming that Jimmy Uso was alive and well. The organization condemned the spread of misinformation and clarified that the rumors were baseless. Roman Reigns, leader of The Bloodline, expressed his frustration over the false reports, emphasizing the importance of respecting the personal lives of WWE talent. Jey Uso, Jimmy’s brother, also voiced his displeasure, urging fans to distinguish between on-screen storylines and real-life events.([Boxing Daily News
Rikishi later clarified his intentions, stating that his post was a general prayer for his son’s well-being and not indicative of any specific health crisis. He expressed disappointment over the misinterpretation of his message and the ensuing panic it caused among fans.([The Times of India
Jimmy Uso had been absent from WWE programming since April 2024, following a storyline injury and his removal from The Bloodline faction. Despite his absence, reports confirmed that he was in good health and was expected to return to the ring. Indeed, Jimmy made a surprise comeback at WWE Bad Blood, assisting Roman Reigns and Cody Rhodes in their match against Solo Sikoa and Jacob Fatu, signaling his active involvement in ongoing storylines.([TJR Wrestling][4], [Wrestling
