Ric Flair Hospitalized After Fall, Cancels Seattle Appearance

Ric Flair, 77, was taken to a Tampa hospital Friday after falling outside a restaurant. He suffered cuts to his head and around his eye. Reports said he was bleeding heavily and may have sustained a concussion, though his condition was not confirmed. Hours earlier, Flair announced he was canceling an appearance at Washington State Horror Con in Seattle because a blood clot in his leg has led doctors to limit his travel to three or four hours. He apologized to the event organizers and fans, said he was following medical advice and putting his health first, and noted that blood clots can be life-threatening. Flair expects to undergo a procedure on the affected vein, which doctors believe could allow him to travel farther after recovery. His hospital condition and any concussion remain unconfirmed in the record. Timing for the vein procedure is not given.