Plenty of rumors have been going around about Ric Flair and his hospital stay. It was first reported by Pro Wrestling Sheet that he was admitted due to a heart condition and then was taken to ICU. After, someone from his team said it was a maintenance check. However, hours later she said that Flair needed our prayers. It didn’t look good but then reports came out again that he’s expected to make a full recover from his surgery.
At that point we were still kind of in the dark but Flair’s fiancé, Wendy Barlow wrote a message on FB dispelling multiple reports. Here’s what she said.
Just want to give an update to my friends and Family as I have been unable to talk on the phone without crying and just feel shocked over events….I took Ric to the Hospital Friday night with Severe Abdominal pain. From that moment on it all seems like a nightmare…multiple Organ problems. Not to go into too many details I want everyone to know he still needs Prayers as he is still in Critical Condition. And No he did not have Colon Surgery….It was another Surgery! I don’t know how the Media comes up with their stories. I have been by his side since Friday and will continue to make sure he is getting the best care possible. Thanks for all of the support and Love
Sports Illustrated reported that Flair actually had to have part of his bowel removed.
Flair’s drinking problem compounded these issues as well. In fact he spoke to SI just days before this happened and here’s what he said,
“I had one vice,” admitted Flair. “I’m not going to point my finger at anybody else. My vice was drinking. I didn’t have any pain issues, addiction problems, marijuana, cocaine, nothing like that. It’s a fact that I kept myself up all night and always had a good time.”
Despite everything that’s happening, Flair is expected to recover.