Ric Flair just issued an update after his earlier comments about Hulk Hogans death set off a firestorm across the wrestling world.
Flair originally claimed on the Double3 Coverage podcast that Hogan turned to street drugs after doctors refused to prescribe more pain medication. Hours later, Flair shifted tone on Twitter, saying his remarks were being taken the wrong way.
In his new statement, Flair insisted he was simply repeating what he had been told by people close to Hogan not trying to attack Hogans legacy or push a narrative.
Flair doubled down on how severe Hogans physical condition reportedly was in his final years, listing the surgeries and chronic pain the former WWE Champion had endured. He used that context to emphasize why he believed Hogan may have turned to alternative sources for relief.
He then addressed why Hogan may have reached a breaking point, pointing out that medical limitations on prescriptions leave patients in desperate situations.
Flair followed up by clarifying that he never meant to damage Hogans reputation and that his earlier comments came from a place of respect and personal connection. He ended his update with a nod to their decades-long friendship.
Flairs attempt to clarify his remarks will likely spark even more debate. Whether his explanation calms the backlash or fuels new questions remains to be seen especially as Hogans family has not responded publicly.
How do you feel about Ric Flairs update? Do you think he cleared things up, or did the situation get even more confusing? Drop your thoughts below and share your take.
