Legendary wrestler ‘Outlaw’ Joel Deaton suffered a massive stroke last Friday and he is currently being treated in the Emory University Hospital ICU.

His Sister revealed the news on his official Facebook page.

“Hey everyone, this is Joel’s sister…Joel had a massive stroke Friday and is in the Emory University Hospital ICU. He is awake, alert and talking and he does have movement of his effected side. His prognosis is excellent at this point but he does have a long road ahead of him to get back being and feeling himself. He wanted to let everyone know what happened and where he was. Y’all mean a lot to him and please know he appreciates how much he means to all of you. Please send prayers and good thoughts and as soon as Joel is able, he’ll be back on Facebook to let you all know how he’s doing.”

We at WrestlingNewsSource.com wish Joel Deaton all the best in his recovery.