At 76, Ric Flair just pulled off another dramatic comeback—this time, not in the wrestling ring, but in the fight against skin cancer.
The WWE icon, known as the “Nature Boy,” has announced that he’s officially cancer-free after undergoing treatment for his second diagnosis in just three years.
A Tough Announcement That Had Fans Worried
Just last month, Flair raised alarms when he revealed that he was once again facing skin cancer.
The news came with an emotional update: he would be skipping a meet-and-greet event in Mississippi, prompting an outpouring of support from fans.
Not long after, he posted a photo of his stomach, revealing previous surgical scars and warning that another surgery was on the horizon.
Successful Surgery and a Big “WOOOO” of Gratitude
Fast forward to now, and Flair is on the other side of it all.
On Instagram, he shared a picture from a medical facility, bandages on his forehead and arm clearly visible, alongside a caption that read:
“Thank You Academic Alliance In Dermatology! I’m Now Cancer Free! WOOOOO!”
The post instantly filled with thousands of supportive comments.
One fan summed up the sentiment perfectly:
“Thank God!!!! Diamonds are forever, and so is Ric Flair.”
Others added:
“To many more healthy years, Naitch!! WOOOO,” and
“Let’s gooooo!! Keep going Naitch.”
Of course, plenty just chimed in with a classic:
“WOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!”
Wrestling Legend with a Resilient Spirit
Flair isn’t just a Hall of Famer—he’s a survivor.
His wrestling legacy is unmatched, with 16 world championship titles, multiple WrestleMania appearances, and the rare honor of being inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame twice.
His career dates back to the 1980s and 1990s, when he rose to fame with WCW and WWF (now WWE), even headlining WrestleMania VIII in 1992.
Though he originally retired in 2008 after a dramatic match against Shawn Michaels, Flair has made numerous special appearances since then.
Health Struggles Outside the Ring
Outside the spotlight, Flair’s faced some serious health battles.
In 2017, he nearly lost his life after his intestine ruptured.
He slipped into a coma for 11 days, suffered early kidney failure, and came dangerously close to congestive heart failure—largely due to years of alcohol abuse.
His family was told he only had a 20 percent chance of survival.
But Flair pulled through after undergoing bowel surgery and spending time in a medically induced coma.
In 2019, he had another scare and was rushed to the hospital for what was described as a “very serious” emergency.
Again, he fought back and underwent successful heart surgery in Atlanta.
A Family Legacy That Lives On
Flair’s influence continues through his daughter, Charlotte Flair, who has become one of WWE’s biggest stars in her own right.
Just like her dad, she’s taken the wrestling world by storm with championships and main event appearances.
Still Standing Strong
Through every setback—whether in the ring or in the hospital—Ric Flair has always found a way to bounce back.
His most recent victory over cancer is yet another chapter in a life full of grit, resilience, and a whole lot of “WOOOO!”