Jim Ross
Awards & Honours
17
Awards Won
5
Honours
1
Rankings
3
Covers
2
Records
Jim Ross holds the distinction of being the first solo commentator inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame, a testament to his transformative impact on wrestling broadcasting. He won Pro Wrestling Illustrated's Announcer of the Year award 15 times, more than any other commentator. In 2017, WWE.com ranked him number one on its list of the 50 Greatest Commentators in WWE History. He was inducted into the Oklahoma Sports Hall of Fame in 2021, honoring his roots and his contributions to the state's sporting legacy.
Awards
Honours & Distinctions
WWE Hall of Fame
Inducted as a solo inductee, the first commentator to receive the honor.
National Wrestling Alliance Hall of Fame
Inducted for his contributions to professional wrestling.
George Tragos/Lou Thesz Professional Wrestling Hall of Fame
Inducted for excellence in wrestling commentary.
Oklahoma Sports Hall of Fame
Inducted for his lifelong impact on sports entertainment.
Cauliflower Alley Club Honoree
Recognized for his contributions to professional wrestling.
Rankings & Lists
50 Greatest Commentators in WWE History
Magazine Covers
WWE Magazine
1998
Attitude Era Coverage
Pro Wrestling Illustrated
1999
Announcer Spotlight
The Wrestling Observer Newsletter
2000
Feature Story
Records & Feats
First solo commentator inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame
Ross was the first commentator to be inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame as a solo inductee in 2010.
Most Pro Wrestling Illustrated Announcer of the Year awards
Ross won the PWI Announcer of the Year award 15 times, more than any other commentator.