Concern spread quickly on February 6 after Ric Flair shared a post that many fans interpreted as a eulogy for fellow wrestling legend Ricky Steamboat. The message, paired with a specific date and reflective tone, led to widespread confusion and fear that The Dragon had passed away. The situation has now been cleared updirectly by Steamboats family. Responding to Flairs post, Ricky Steamboats wife addressed fans herself, confirming that Steamboat is alive, healthy, and that no emergency took place. She also made a point to defend Flairs intentions and shut down speculation that the post was meant to signal bad news. She went on to explain that Flairs relationship with their family has always been positive and respectful, pushing back on the idea that the post carried any darker meaning. Rather than frustration, her response struck a grateful and lighthearted tone, noting that the unexpected attention led to positive interactions with fans. The update confirms what we had already reported earlierthere was no health scare and no tragedy. The confusion stemmed entirely from the dramatic phrasing of Flairs tribute, which unintentionally sounded like a farewell rather than a reflection. While Flair has not yet publicly clarified his original post, Steamboats wifes message appears to have fully put the situation to rest. Did Ric Flairs original post make you think something was seriously wrong, or did you read it as a tribute right away? Let us know how you interpreted it and share your reaction in the comments. G Add as a preferred source on Google
