WWE’s Elton Prince Underwent Severe Neck Fusion Surgery
The mystery of where Elton Prince has been is finally solved. It’s not the news we wanted to hear as Elton Prince underwent severe neck surgery. The worst part is this injury has turned his career—and his life—upside down.
The Moment Everything Went Wrong
Back in May, during a match, while doing a move, the top of his head smacked the mat, and what followed wasn’t your typical “shake it off” wrestling moment. He described it as “burning hot electricity” shooting through his neck and arms, followed by losing control of his hands as his fingers curled involuntarily.
That’s not a stinger. That’s the kind of thing that makes everyone in the building stop breathing for a second. Here is the worst part, Prince spent seven months going through tests, pain, and the kind of medical uncertainty no athlete wants to face.
A “Significant Neck Injury” Becomes Official
Reports soon confirmed what fans feared: Prince was dealing with a “significant neck injury,” according to the Wrestling Observer Newsletter. WWE kept quiet publicly, but the writing was on the wall when his partner, Kit Wilson, suddenly started wrestling singles matches on SmackDown against Matt Cardona. That wasn’t a storyline twist—it was survival mode for a tag team that had been gaining momentum.
Pretty Deadly had been one of WWE’s most intriguing tag team prospects who have been on the main roster for a bit. Losing half the act isn’t just a setback—it’s a gut punch to a division that needs personality as much as it needs power.
Elton Prince Undergoes Major Neck Fusion Surgery
In January, Prince finally revealed the full truth: he had undergone a two‑level neck fusion surgery. That’s not a “take two weeks off and ice it” situation. That’s a major, career‑altering procedure.
Prince thanked WWE’s medical team and the surgeons who helped diagnose and fix the issue, but he didn’t sugarcoat the reality.
Its clear that at the age of 28, he didn’t expect to be dealing with something this serious. But he also showed the kind of perspective you only get when life hits you with a steel chair you didn’t see coming.
He’s grateful. He’s determined. And he’s focused on getting healthy—not rushing back into the ring before his body is ready.
What This Means for Kit Wilson and Pretty Deadly
While Prince recovers, Kit Wilson has been left to carry the Pretty Deadly banner alone. WWE has given him a singles run—not because they’re breaking up the team, but because they don’t want him sitting at home polishing his fringe jackets while Prince rehabs.
Wilson has taken on a jobber role on SmackDown and came out to terrible music. Seriously, why the heck is TKO still working with Def Rebel on making terrible music for the wrestlers?
FAQ SECTION
Q: What happened to Elton Prince?
A: Underwent Fusion Neck Surgery
Q: Who is involved?
A: Elton Prince
Q: Why is this news important?
A: Career Threatening Injury and WWE Looses A Tag Team
Q: What are the next steps?
A: Elton Prince heals from injuries and Kit Wilson becomes a singles performer till Elton is healthy.
The Long Road Back for Elton Prince
Neck fusion surgery isn’t something you bounce back from quickly. There’s no official timetable for Prince’s return, and WWE seems to be taking the smart route by not rushing him. Fans want him back, sure—but they want him back healthy, not risking permanent damage.
If he makes it back—and many wrestlers have returned from similar surgeries—Pretty Deadly’s comeback could be one of the most satisfying returns WWE has seen in years. For now, fans will have to wait, hope, and maybe rewatch some old Pretty Deadly segments to fill the void.
