Ric Flair recounts painful story of son Reid's addiction
Wrestling Inc • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 26, 2026, 9:00 PM
Last updated Sep 26, 2026
Ric Flair shared a personal account of his son Reid's struggle with drug addiction during an appearance on Roman Sharf's "Dual Time Podcast." Flair described a devastating moment when Reid sold Flair's prized Rolex watch, a gift for his father, to buy heroin. Reid, who passed away from an overdose in 2013, had been particularly close to Flair's parents, who he referred to as his favorite grandparents. The incident highlighted the severity of Reid's addiction and its impact on the family.
- •Ric Flair discusses his son Reid's battle with addiction.
- •Reid passed away from an overdose in 2013.
- •Flair shared a story about Reid selling a family Rolex.
- •The anecdote was featured on Roman Sharf's "Dual Time Podcast."
- •Reid was close to his grandparents, which added to the tragedy.
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