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Newsweek
23-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
WWE Legend Ric Flair Shares Gruesome Photo of Recent Injury
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Just one day after announcing he was cancer-free, WWE Hall of Famer Ric Flair has revealed he is dealing with another significant health issue. In a new social media post, "The Nature Boy" shared a graphic photo of a severe cut on his forehead. Flair explained that this new injury was the reason he was forced to miss a scheduled appearance at the ATL Comic Convention this past weekend. Ric Flair Reveals Nasty Forehead Injury In a post on his X account on Wednesday, Flair showed a photo of a large, stitched-up gash above his left eye. He used the post to apologize directly to the convention and the fans who had been expecting him. ".@ATL__CC, I'm Sorry I Missed You, But Now You Know Why!" Flair wrote. "Moving Forward With @FitermanSports, It Won't Happen Again!" The cause of the injury was not revealed in his post. A Rollercoaster Of A Week This news comes at the end of a very eventful few weeks for the 76-year-old wrestling legend. In late June, he confirmed he was battling skin cancer and would require surgery. After the procedure in early July, he posted a series of inspiring workout videos, showing a remarkably fast recovery. More news: WWE Superstar Announces Retirement Match On Tuesday of this week, he shared the triumphant news that he was officially cancer-free, a message that was met with widespread celebration from the wrestling community. This latest post, revealing another painful-looking injury just 24 hours later, highlights the tumultuous nature of the "Nature Boy's" life. PERTH, AUSTRALIA - NOVEMBER 24: Ric Flair looks on while awaiting the entrance of Hulk Hogan during the Hulkamania Tour at the Burswood Dome on November 24, 2009 in Perth, Australia. PERTH, AUSTRALIA - NOVEMBER 24: Ric Flair looks on while awaiting the entrance of Hulk Hogan during the Hulkamania Tour at the Burswood Dome on November 24, 2009 in Perth, Australia.A Lifetime Of "Bleeding For The Business" For wrestling fans, the image of a scarred and stitched Ric Flair forehead is an iconic one. Flair is arguably the most famous practitioner of "blading," an old-school wrestling practice where performers would intentionally cut their foreheads to create blood and add drama to a match. Flair's forehead is a roadmap of scar tissue from decades of "bleeding for the business" to make his matches feel more intense and real. This latest injury is another chapter in a life defined by incredible resilience. From surviving a plane crash that broke his back in 1975 to miraculously recovering from a near-death health crisis in 2017, Flair has always shown an unmatched toughness. While the cause of this new injury is unknown, the wrestling world is once again sending its well wishes to "The Nature Boy" for a full and speedy recovery. More WWE News: For more on WWE, head to Newsweek Sports.
Newsweek
22-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
WWE Legend Ric Flair Gives Major Cancer Battle Update
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. WWE Hall of Famer Ric Flair has shared a fantastic and positive update on his recent health battle. In a new social media post on Tuesday, "The Nature Boy" announced that he is now cancer-free. The news was met with a wave of relief and celebration from the wrestling community. It comes after a month of concern and sometimes conflicting reports about his condition. "I'm Now Cancer Free!" In a post on his X account, Flair was direct and triumphant in his announcement. He thanked the medical team that has been treating him. Thank You Academic Alliance In Dermatology! I'm Now Cancer Free! WOOOOO! — Ric Flair® (@RicFlairNatrBoy) July 22, 2025 "Thank You Academic Alliance In Dermatology! I'm Now Cancer Free! WOOOOO!" Flair wrote. This announcement is the culmination of a health journey that has been playing out in the public eye for the past month. More news: WWE News: Steve Austin Reveals Real-Life Vince McMahon Confrontation A Confusing Road to Confirmation Concerns for Flair's health first arose in June when his son-in-law, wrestling promoter and podcaster Conrad Thompson, stated that Flair had a cancerous spot removed from his skin. Flair initially denied these reports, stating he did not have cancer "of any kind." Ric Flair speaks onstage at The Roast of Ric Flair at Nashville Fairgrounds on July 29, 2022 in Nashville, Tennessee. Ric Flair speaks onstage at The Roast of Ric Flair at Nashville Fairgrounds on July 29, 2022 in Nashville, magazine later reported that Flair's denial was an attempt to keep his diagnosis private until he was ready to share the news. Flair eventually confirmed to the outlet that he was indeed battling skin cancer for the second time in three years and would be undergoing treatment and surgery. The situation led him to cancel a recent appearance at the ATL Comic Convention, which heightened concern among his fans. A Lifetime Of Defying The Odds This is the latest in a long line of serious health battles that Ric Flair has miraculously overcome. In 1975, a plane crash broke his back in three places, and doctors told him he would never wrestle again. He returned to the ring in just a few months. In 2017, he faced a near-death experience when he was placed in a medically induced coma due to complications from a bowel obstruction and was given a very low chance of survival. He defied the odds again. He even claimed his doctor informed him he had a heart attack during his 2022 retirement match, a fact he was unaware of at the time. This latest victory over cancer is another chapter in the resilient life of one of wrestling's toughest and most iconic figures. The 16-time world champion has once again proven his legendary fighting spirit. More WWE News: For more on WWE, head to Newsweek Sports
