Post by Alyce: Old Media Enthusiast on Aug 12, 2017 22:14:19 GMT -5
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Update 2 from PWInsider:
Update 3 from SI.com:
Update 4 from Dave Meltzer:
Update 5: From PWInsider
Ric Flair was hospitalized Saturday morning for heart-related issues, Ryan Satin of ProWrestlingSheet.com reports.
Flair was apparently taken to an ICU after being admitted by his family but his management team hasn’t confirmed the details.
Flair’s rep released a brief statement:
“Yes, Ric is checked into a hospital for some routine monitoring. No, there is no reason to panic. Yes, we’d like to thank his fiancé & the incredible hospital staff who are providing the best care. No, we cannot answer any personal questions. Yes, Ric would want you to go out and have a great weekend … Nature Boy style!”
Stay tuned to PWMania.com for any further updates.
Flair was apparently taken to an ICU after being admitted by his family but his management team hasn’t confirmed the details.
Flair’s rep released a brief statement:
“Yes, Ric is checked into a hospital for some routine monitoring. No, there is no reason to panic. Yes, we’d like to thank his fiancé & the incredible hospital staff who are providing the best care. No, we cannot answer any personal questions. Yes, Ric would want you to go out and have a great weekend … Nature Boy style!”
Stay tuned to PWMania.com for any further updates.
Update 2 from PWInsider:
LATEST ON RIC FLAIR
by Mike Johnson @ 5:51 PM on 8/16/2017
In regard to Ric Flair's condition, he is still currently in critical condition in Atlanta, GA.
A source close to the situation told PWInsider.com that while reports are out there that Flair had surgery on his colon, those are incorrect.It appears those stories began because Gene Okerlund mistakenly said colon on social media.
The surgery was actually on Flair's bowels due to a massive obstruction caused by a health issue that was complicated by other health issues that Flair had been dealing with, including heart issues that he was already aware of. The situation turned dire when Flair's kidneys shut down due to the obstruction and he is currently undergoing dialysis that will hopefully fix the situation and allow them to return to normal.
Flair was in extremely bad shape several days ago but the outlook, we are told, is better. However, we were cautioned that he is still in critical condition and anything can happen, so he's not out of the woods yet and is expected to need at least one more surgery in the weeks to come. This is NOT a case where Flair will wake up tomorrow and leave the hospital the next day.
Keep your prayers coming.
by Mike Johnson @ 5:51 PM on 8/16/2017
In regard to Ric Flair's condition, he is still currently in critical condition in Atlanta, GA.
A source close to the situation told PWInsider.com that while reports are out there that Flair had surgery on his colon, those are incorrect.It appears those stories began because Gene Okerlund mistakenly said colon on social media.
The surgery was actually on Flair's bowels due to a massive obstruction caused by a health issue that was complicated by other health issues that Flair had been dealing with, including heart issues that he was already aware of. The situation turned dire when Flair's kidneys shut down due to the obstruction and he is currently undergoing dialysis that will hopefully fix the situation and allow them to return to normal.
Flair was in extremely bad shape several days ago but the outlook, we are told, is better. However, we were cautioned that he is still in critical condition and anything can happen, so he's not out of the woods yet and is expected to need at least one more surgery in the weeks to come. This is NOT a case where Flair will wake up tomorrow and leave the hospital the next day.
Keep your prayers coming.
Update 3 from SI.com:
Leave it to Ric Flair to have a false finish with death.
The “Dirtiest Player in the Game” has cheated again, and this time the opponent was his own mortality.
Flair was rushed to the hospital last Saturday at an undisclosed Georgia hospital, yet put his boot on the ropes before the referee could count to three.
There has been a flurry of inaccurate reports regarding the condition of Flair, who is a resident of Atlanta, Georgia. Per a source close to the family, Flair did not undergo heart surgery nor did he suffer a heart attack. Upon medical attention, what was thought to be an intestinal blockage wound up requiring part of his bowel be removed.
Flair’s alcohol intake has exacerbated his issues. He spoke with Sports Illustrated exactly nine days ago, admitting that drinking has been a major issue throughout his career.
“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.”
Recognized as a 16-time world champion in professional wrestling, Flair is arguably the most recognizable name in the entire profession. His trademark “Whooooo!” has transcended wrestling and is now prevalent throughout pro sports and modern day society.
“It doesn’t surprise me that Ric kicked out at two-and-a-half,” said Terry Funk, who was one of Flair’s fiercest rivals and remains his longtime friend. “That’s all I wanted. I didn’t want to say goodbye to my friend.”
Funk, who is five years Flair’s senior, recalled first meeting Flair in 1972.
“I still recall the first time I laid eyes on Ric,” said Funk. “Dusty Rhodes and Dick Murdoch were wrestling, at the time, in Minnesota, and they took a liking to this kid who’d been hanging around the matches. That kid was Ric Flair, and they brought him to my ranch in Amarillo, Texas.
“Dusty and Dick said to me, ‘You’ve got to meet this kid. He’s a nut.’ So they went to the car to go get him, and I saw him open the car door and heard him holler, ‘Whoo!’ Right then, I knew that boy had to be in the business.”
Funk noted that Flair’s talent, hard work, and charisma helped him craft a career that will likely never be seen again.
“Ric Flair is a wonderful person, and he was such a great in-ring performer,” said Funk. “He had a great deal to do with the direction of the business. There are great characters that have come into this business, but Flair can’t be duplicated.
“I’m very much hoping Ric makes a full recovery. I got a phone call from a promoter in the Carolinas who told me Ric was doing better, but I’m worried to death about it. We’d be missing something in this world if he’s gone.”
• An appreciation of Ric Flair, by Dolph Ziggler
Flair will need significant time for his entire body to recover. The surgery led to further complications, which could force a hospital stay of over a month. Flair is an extremely prideful man and the family is asking for privacy during his recovery process.
“There never was one like Ric Flair, and there will never be another one like him,” said Funk. “I think the world of him, and I want him around.”
The “Dirtiest Player in the Game” has cheated again, and this time the opponent was his own mortality.
Flair was rushed to the hospital last Saturday at an undisclosed Georgia hospital, yet put his boot on the ropes before the referee could count to three.
There has been a flurry of inaccurate reports regarding the condition of Flair, who is a resident of Atlanta, Georgia. Per a source close to the family, Flair did not undergo heart surgery nor did he suffer a heart attack. Upon medical attention, what was thought to be an intestinal blockage wound up requiring part of his bowel be removed.
Flair’s alcohol intake has exacerbated his issues. He spoke with Sports Illustrated exactly nine days ago, admitting that drinking has been a major issue throughout his career.
“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.”
Recognized as a 16-time world champion in professional wrestling, Flair is arguably the most recognizable name in the entire profession. His trademark “Whooooo!” has transcended wrestling and is now prevalent throughout pro sports and modern day society.
“It doesn’t surprise me that Ric kicked out at two-and-a-half,” said Terry Funk, who was one of Flair’s fiercest rivals and remains his longtime friend. “That’s all I wanted. I didn’t want to say goodbye to my friend.”
Funk, who is five years Flair’s senior, recalled first meeting Flair in 1972.
“I still recall the first time I laid eyes on Ric,” said Funk. “Dusty Rhodes and Dick Murdoch were wrestling, at the time, in Minnesota, and they took a liking to this kid who’d been hanging around the matches. That kid was Ric Flair, and they brought him to my ranch in Amarillo, Texas.
“Dusty and Dick said to me, ‘You’ve got to meet this kid. He’s a nut.’ So they went to the car to go get him, and I saw him open the car door and heard him holler, ‘Whoo!’ Right then, I knew that boy had to be in the business.”
Funk noted that Flair’s talent, hard work, and charisma helped him craft a career that will likely never be seen again.
“Ric Flair is a wonderful person, and he was such a great in-ring performer,” said Funk. “He had a great deal to do with the direction of the business. There are great characters that have come into this business, but Flair can’t be duplicated.
“I’m very much hoping Ric makes a full recovery. I got a phone call from a promoter in the Carolinas who told me Ric was doing better, but I’m worried to death about it. We’d be missing something in this world if he’s gone.”
• An appreciation of Ric Flair, by Dolph Ziggler
Flair will need significant time for his entire body to recover. The surgery led to further complications, which could force a hospital stay of over a month. Flair is an extremely prideful man and the family is asking for privacy during his recovery process.
“There never was one like Ric Flair, and there will never be another one like him,” said Funk. “I think the world of him, and I want him around.”
Update 4 from Dave Meltzer:
Flair is doing significantly better than he was earlier in the week, but he is still in critical condition. He was given an external pacemaker and his heart is beating at normal levels and getting stronger. He is still battling an infection and on kidney dialysis. This is going to be a very slow process. It goes without saying that we all wish the best for his family and friends in this very serious time.
Update 5: From PWInsider
Ric Flair's longtime girlfriend Wendy Barstow updated fans on the WWE Hall of Famer's health on her Facebook page, writing:
"I wanted to update everyone on Ric’s progress as So many people have been reaching out and offering their Prayers and Support. He is doing very well for a Man who has been through so much! He will begin Physical Therapy shortly and will be stronger than ever and back out enjoying all the fans sooner than you would think. I can Honestly say I have witnessed a Miracle.”
"I wanted to update everyone on Ric’s progress as So many people have been reaching out and offering their Prayers and Support. He is doing very well for a Man who has been through so much! He will begin Physical Therapy shortly and will be stronger than ever and back out enjoying all the fans sooner than you would think. I can Honestly say I have witnessed a Miracle.”
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