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Chris Jericho compares himself to The Rolling Stones

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What happened?

Chris Jericho discussed criticism of his continued in-ring career in a Fox News Digital interview, comparing himself to The Rolling Stones and their ability to keep producing work later in life. Jericho argued that, like the band, fans can still appreciate that he is active, despite some negative reactions including past “please retire” chants from AEW crowds. The report frames the comments around Jericho’s long resume and likely future Hall of Fame credentials.

Key Takeaways

  • Chris Jericho compared his wrestling longevity to The Rolling Stones continuing to make music.
  • Jericho said fans are still glad veteran performers like him and the band are around.
  • The comments came during an interview with Fox News Digital.
  • The story notes Jericho has faced criticism for still wrestling at age 55.
  • AEW fans previously directed “please retire” chants at Jericho during his Learning Tree run.

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Recent context

The Rolling Stones released a new album, which Jericho used as part of his comparison.

Fox News Digital interview

Jericho likened his wrestling career to a long-running rock band that continues performing and creating.

Fan criticism noted

The report highlighted that Jericho has received negative reactions over continuing to wrestle, including “please retire” chants from AEW fans.

Current stance

Jericho indicated he remains undeterred and focused on adding to his in-ring accomplishments.

Model: gpt-5.5•Generated: Jul 15, 5:31 PM

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Jul 15, 5:00 PM

Chris Jericho compares himself to The Rolling Stones

Cageside Seats • WWE

During a recent interview with Fox News Digital, Chris Jericho likened his wrestling career to the continuing output of The Rolling Stones. Noting that the remaining Stones — Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, and Ronnie Wood — just put out a critically-lauded new album, Foreign Tongues, Jericho drew a comparison to his time in the ring by telling Fox News that like him, “you’re still glad that they’re here.” Even with a remarkable resume that should make him an eventual shoo-in into multiple wrestling halls of fame, including WWE’s, Jericho has faced criticism about continuing to wrestle at age 55. In the past couple of years, he has even been subjected to “please retire” chants from AEW fans during “The Learning Tree” run. Jericho remains undaunted, though, about soldiering through negativity and building on to his in-ring accomplishments. “I think it’s like a great rock and roll band, you know?” he told Fox News Digital of his career. “I mean, The Rolling Stones just put out a new album

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