Ric Flair taken to Tampa hospital after fall amid health issues
Wrestling Inc • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 23, 2026, 8:26 PM
Last updated Oct 23, 2026

WWE Hall of Famer Ric Flair was reportedly rushed to a hospital in Tampa on Friday after a fall outside a restaurant. The incident occurred shortly after Flair indicated on social media that he was unable to fly to an appearance due to a blood clot in his leg. TMZ reported that he suffered injuries to his face, including a cut to his head. He left behind his drink and phone before the fall. Flair had recently announced plans for a medical procedure related to his condition but did not specify when it would take place. His health background includes a serious intestinal blockage in 2017, linked to past drinking habits.
- •Ric Flair fell outside a restaurant in Tampa on Friday morning.
- •He was taken to a local hospital by ambulance following the fall.
- •Earlier on the same day, Flair announced he was unable to travel due to a blood clot.
- •Flair has a history of serious health issues, including a 2017 intestinal blockage.
- •He was scheduled for a medical procedure related to his blood clot.
- 8:26 PMWrestling Inc — WWE HOFer Ric Flair Reportedly Rushed To Hospital After Fall
"WWE Hall of Famer Ric Flair was reportedly taken to a Tampa hospital following a fall Friday morning.
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