"It gives me anxiety that I could be next" - WWE Hall of Famer expresses fear after Hulk Hogan's tragic passing

The Hulkster [Image credit: WWE.com]
The Hulkster [Image credit: WWE.com]

The wrestling world is in mourning due to the tragic death of Hulk Hogan last week. The 71-year-old passed away due to cardiac arrest on July 24. Now, WWE Hall of Famer Ric Flair fears he may be next.

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The Nature Boy has soldiered through his own health issues, most recently overcoming skin cancer. However, at 76 and having lived a wild life, Ric Flair is now contemplating his own mortality.

Flair was devastated by the news of Hogan's passing. He discussed it in a recent appearance on The Ariel Helwani Show:

"We've all put ourselves in ridiculous positions in the business, but I mean, I'm 5 years older than Hulk, and I don't hurt at all. I've had some serious health issues, but I don't have an ache or pain in my body... Of course, it gives me anxiety that I could be next," he said.
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Ric Flair broke down in tears after learning of Hulk Hogan's death

Ric Flair and Hulk Hogan were close, despite the two being primarily known as the top stars of rival promotions during their heydays. Flair remained in contact with The Hulkster throughout his life, and he was broken up by the news of his friend's passing.

TMZ interviewed The Nature Boy on the day the news broke, and Flair was in tears. He said:

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"People always wanted to paint us as enemies, but we were actually very, very close friends, and we kept up with each other on a regular basis. I just talked to Jimmy Hart yesterday, and he was fine. To have this happen, it's horrible."

You can check out the video below:

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Ric Flair is infamous for his partying, but the 76-year-old seems to be in good health following his victory over skin cancer. Whether The Nature Boy returns to the ring remains to be seen.


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