Ric Flair's Cryptic Post Sparks Fan Fears for Ricky Steamboat

A recent social media post by wrestling icon Ric Flair concerning his rival Ricky Steamboat caused significant fan concern. Flair's message, shared on X, used emotive language like "an era that was lost but not forgotten" and included "Ricky Steamboat 2-6-26 WOOOOO!," leading many to believe it was a eulogy. The post, accompanied by a photo of the two wrestlers, quickly drew worried responses from fans concerned about Steamboat's health.

However, this alarm was short-lived thanks to a clarification from Ricky Steamboat's wife. She posted a comment under Flair's message, expressing gratitude for the concern and assuring everyone that Steamboat was well. She further noted Flair's consistent kindness and respect towards her and her husband over the years, stating Flair had no ill intent. This intervention diffused the rising panic among the wrestling community.

Ric Flair and Ricky Steamboat share a storied history, marked by a legendary rivalry throughout the late 1970s and 1980s in the NWA. Their trilogy of matches in 1989 remains highly acclaimed as some of the greatest in professional wrestling history. In a separate recent event, Flair addressed speculation about a potential return to the ring after mentioning an offer for a match against Ricky Morton. He definitively stated he will not wrestle again, having last competed in a tag team match in July 2022.