NewsFox 13 News (WTVT)October 25, 2026Hillsborough County
Ric Flair recovers after fall outside Tampa restaurant
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Professional wrestling legend Ric Flair is recovering from a head and eye injury after falling outside a Tampa restaurant on Friday. The 77-year-old was transported by ambulance to Tampa General Hospital, where he received treatment before being discharged early Saturday morning.
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Public figures experiencing sudden medical emergencies highlight local emergency response times and healthcare resource utilization in the Tampa area.
Key Facts
- Wrestling legend Ric Flair fell outside the Wagamama restaurant in Tampa on Friday.
- The fall resulted in cuts to Flair's head and eye, requiring transport to Tampa General Hospital by ambulance.
- Flair was discharged from Tampa General Hospital at approximately 4:30 a.m. Saturday.
- Prior to the fall, Flair had announced the cancellation of a scheduled appearance in Seattle due to a blood clot in his leg.
- Flair stated he was scheduled to undergo a procedure on the affected vein and was following travel restrictions from his doctors.
Who's Mentioned
OrganizationTampa General Hospital“Hospital where Ric Flair was treated”locationTampa“City where the fall and hospital treatment occurred”OrganizationTMZ“Media outlet that reported details of the fall”PersonRic Flair“Wrestling legend recovering from a fall”OrganizationWorld Championship Wrestling“Former professional wrestling promotion”locationSeattle“Location of a canceled appearance”OrganizationWWE“Professional wrestling promotion”PersonCharlotte Flair“Daughter of Ric Flair and WWE wrestler”OrganizationWagamama“Restaurant outside of which Flair fell”