NewsABC Action News (WFTS) — NewsOctober 24, 2026Hillsborough County
Ric Flair Recovers After Fall and Hospitalization in Tampa
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Professional wrestling figure Ric Flair is recovering following a fall outside a Tampa restaurant on Friday that resulted in facial injuries and a hospital visit. Flair stated he is focusing on his health while also managing an unrelated leg blood clot that recently forced him to cancel a scheduled public appearance in Seattle.
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The incident highlights public health and travel restrictions for a prominent entertainment figure who recently had to cancel professional appearances due to medical advice regarding a .
Key Facts
- Wrestling figure Ric Flair fell outside a Wagamama restaurant in Tampa on Friday, October 24, 2026.
- The fall caused cuts to Flair's head and eye.
- Emergency medical personnel transported Flair by ambulance to Tampa General Hospital, where staff cared for him until 4:30 a.m.
- Flair stated he is currently focused on his healing and recovery.
- Flair recently canceled an appearance at the Washington State Horror Con in Seattle due to a blood clot in his leg.
- Doctors restricted Flair's travel to three to four hours due to the blood clot.
- Flair is scheduled to undergo a procedure to strip the affected vein, which doctors expect will allow him to resume normal travel.
- TMZ reported that the blood-clot issue had been ongoing for months.
- Flair was previously hospitalized in 2017 following a life-threatening intestinal rupture.
Who's Mentioned
OrganizationTMZ Sports“Media outlet that reported on the fall and background details.”OrganizationTampa General Hospital“Hospital where Ric Flair received treatment.”locationTampa“City where the fall and hospital treatment occurred.”PersonSteve Solomon“Ric Flair's agent.”PersonRic Flair“Wrestling figure involved in the fall and hospitalization.”PersonJalen Hurts“Athletic figure referenced regarding blood clot complications.”locationSeattle“City where the scheduled convention appearance was canceled.”OrganizationWagamama“Restaurant outside of which the fall occurred.”OrganizationWashington State Horror Con“Event in Seattle that Flair was forced to cancel.”