WWE Hall of Famer Ric Flair underwent surgery earlier today on his colon, based on what longtime friend Gene Okerlund wrote on Twitter. That would fall in line with one of the medical issues we have heard Flair is dealing with over the last 24 hours:
I've heard nothing on the outcome of Ric Flairs colon surgery this afternoon but the outpouring of prayers and... https://t.co/x9XdMSNEdX
— Gene Okerlund (@TheGeneOkerlund) August 14, 2017
Flair's manager, Melinda Morris Zanoni posted the following update on Flair, noting his surgery today was not related to his heart:
Ric had surgery today (not??related)am happy 2report it was a success.Still a long road ahead so plz keep ????????4Ric Charlotte Megan David&Wendy
— MelindaMorrisZanoni (@LegacyTalentCEO) August 14, 2017
PWInsider.com has been told Flair is dealing with several medical issues that led to his hospitalization. Obviously, we wish him and his family the best.
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