GCW’s Brett Lauderdale Shares Inspiring Health Update on Nick Gage After Rehab | PRIMENEWSNOW

Nick Gage’s Inspiring Recovery Journey: A New Chapter

As the year drew to a close, Brett Lauderdale from GCW shared uplifting news about Nick Gage’s path to recovery.

Facing Challenges: A Turning Point

Back in October, Lauderdale made a difficult announcement that Gage had entered a rehabilitation center. This decision came after it was evident that Gage would be absent from GCW for an indefinite period.

The Face of GCW: A Storied Friendship

Nick Gage, a three-time GCW World Champion, is often seen as the embodiment of the promotion. His enduring friendship with Lauderdale, highlighted in Gage’s “Dark Side of the Ring” episode, has been pivotal in his survival against numerous personal battles.

A Remarkable Transformation

Lauderdale recently took to social media to share Gage’s incredible progress. In October, Gage was at a critical juncture, but his recovery has been nothing short of extraordinary.

Accompanied by photos of a healthier Gage, Lauderdale expressed pride in his friend’s newfound physical and mental well-being, achieved after overcoming years of addiction.

“On [October 1], he was at death’s door. In under three months, his transformation is both shocking and inspiring. This is what breaking free from decades of addiction looks like when you start believing in yourself. The king has returned, and I couldn’t be prouder. MDK.”

Recent Appearances and Future Prospects

Gage’s last indie match took place in Massachusetts on September 20, and his most recent GCW appearance was in August 2024, where he faced Matt Hardy in a match that ended without a clear winner.