Ric Flair is expressing his gratitude after paying tribute to his longtime friend Steve Mongo McMichael during the May 17th episode of AEW Collision. Taking to Twitter the next day, Flair shared a heartfelt message alongside a series of photos from the tribute segment.
Thank You @AEW & @TonyKhan For Giving Me The Opportunity To Honor Mongo During #AEWCollision! Mongo, You Will Be In Our Hearts Forever! Flair tweeted, accompanied by images of him alongside Tony Schiavone, Dean Malenko, and Mongos wife, Misty McMichael.
During the tribute, Misty spoke about her husbands legacy in football and wrestling, calling Mongo the most special person in my life. Schiavone and Malenko also reflected on Mongos career and the impact he had on both sports, while Schiavone reminded fans that May is ALS Awareness Month, a fitting nod to Mongos ongoing battle with the disease.
Flair then took the stage, praising Chicago as one of the best wrestling cities ever and recalling a moment when he lost the World Title to Ricky Steamboat in the same city. He also called Mongo the toughest man I have ever known, crediting Misty for staying by Mongos side and even learning to be his nurse as he fought ALS.
The crowd erupted in chants for Mongo, showing that his impact continues to resonate with wrestling fans everywhere.
How do you feel about Ric Flairs tribute to Steve Mc Michael on AEW Collision? Was this the right way to honor Mongos legacy? Please share your thoughts and feedback in the comment section below.
