Ric Flair - Former Wrestler
Age: 76
Country: United States Occupations:
Former Wrestler
Domains:
Wrestling
Ric Flair (born Richard Morgan Fliehr in 1949) is widely considered one of the greatest professional wrestlers of all time. Known by his iconic moniker "The Nature Boy," his career spanned over 50 years, primarily across the NWA, WCW, and WWE.
The Persona
Flair is legendary for his flamboyant, high-living character. He often appeared in elaborate, sequined robes and bragged about his wealth, famously describing himself as a:
"Stylin', profilin', limousine-riding, jet-flying, kiss-stealin', wheelin' and dealin' son of a gun!"
His signature catchphrase, "Woo!", remains a staple in wrestling culture and is still shouted by fans today whenever a wrestler delivers a chest chop.
Career Highlights
Championship Record: He is officially recognized by WWE as a 16-time World Champion, though he often claims 21 titles across various organizations.
The Four Horsemen: In the 1980s, he led one of the most influential "stables" (groups) in wrestling history, setting the blueprint for future wrestling factions.
"The Dirtiest Player in the Game": Despite his flashy exterior, his character was known for using underhanded tactics like eye pokes and using the ropes for leverage to win matches.
Hall of Fame: He was the first person to be inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame twice—once for his individual career (2008) and once as a member of The Four Horsemen (2012).
In-Ring Style
Flair was renowned for his technical endurance, frequently wrestling hour-long matches. His "signature moves" included the Figure-Four Leglock and the "Flair Flop," where he would theatrically fall face-first onto the mat several seconds after being hit.