The life of a professional wrestler can sometimes turn a person into someone they may not be otherwise. Being on the road for sometimes 300 plus days per year can result in someone getting involved in a lifestyle they might not otherwise consider.
There have been many stories of current and past stars subjecting themselves to a compromising type of situation, even though they often times have a wife or significant other of some sort at home, waiting for them.
The temptation can be very hard to resist, but it seems that more and more rumors and allegations emerge, year after year.
In this column, we will take a look at five superstars from today and yesterday, who just cannot say no to the ladies. These are the five real life playboys of professional wrestling.
#5 CHRIS JERICHO
This one might come as a surprise to some, but believe it or not, Jericho has always belonged in the "playboy" category. Dating back to his WCW run, Jericho has always had his radar fixed on the ladies.
As the front-man of the rock band Fozzy, Y2J has been living that Rockstar lifestyle more and more, as the popularity of his band increases.
Jericho has also been linked to relations with some of his former coworkers as well. Despite being married to his wife Jessica for quite some time, Chris allegedly had an on/off affair going with former WWE women’s wrestler Kelly Kelly.
#4 DOLPH ZIGGLER
"The Showoff" isn't just a catchphrase, it's a way of life for Ziggy. The bleach blonde star has been linked to several ladies over the years. His player’s lifestyle is probably why he's been able to work all of those controversial storylines with women so well.
For instance, AJ Lee, Lana and Vickie Guerrero. Ziggy was always able to sell those angles, flawlessly. Why? Because his life was so similar to his work.
Ziggler's playboy tendencies were on full display during that episode of Total Divas, when he attempted to rekindle an old flame with his ex, Nikki Bella. Despite knowing Nikki was happily connected to top superstar John Cena, Ziggy still tried to persuade the Bella beauty that The Showoff was the better long-term option for her.
Unfortunately for Ziggy, Nikki declined and opted to remain in the arms of the "face that runs the place."
#3 SCOTT HALL
Scott Hall has been connected to rumors of a less than modest lifestyle, dating as far back as his AWAY days, back when he rocked the porn star mustache.
During his Razor Ramon era, Scott was oozing in mucho machismo and the ladies loved the Bad Guy. Stories of Scott delivering the razors’ edge to ladies worldwide, have been around since his epic SummerSlam ladder match.
Once his popularity hit its peak, Scotty had more women on his arm than sense, and as a result, Hall endured several failed marriages. All of Scott's former wives have stated at one time or another that he just couldn't remain faithful.
Thanks to Diamond Dallas Page, Scott has been able to get sober and clean, which is a huge deal, especially considering how bad he was. However, a sober life doesn't mean Hall has given up on the ladies.
He's now become a virtual playboy. All you have to do, is look at his twitter feed.
You'll never be able to take the bad out of THE bad guy.
2. HULK HOGAN
Hulkamania runs wild with the ladies and that's a long time, well-known fact. Even though Hogan was married to Linda Claridge all throughout the Hulkamania era, it was eventually brought to light that Hogan had to have female companionship around him at all times.
This eventually led to his divorce from Linda, after nearly 25 years of marriage.
Following his divorce, The Hulkster wasted no time finding a replacement. That replacement came in the form of a much younger blonde bombshell, some 21 years younger than Hogan.
You may also recall the sex take scandal. Several years ago, Hogan was discretely taped, sleeping with the wife of his former best friend, Tampa radio shock-jock, Bubba The Love Sponge. That tape went viral and became a huge media spectacle.
#1 'THE NATURE BOY' RIC FLAIR
Last, but certainly not least, is the playboy of all playboys. Ric Flair has lived the very life he portrays, which is that of a flamboyant, wining, dining, kiss-stealing son-of-a-gun.
The Nature Boy is no secret to VIP parties and stretch limousines. In 1998, People Magazine named Ric Flair one of "the most beautiful people in the world." A title which would only feed the gigantic, playboy ego Flair already had.
Flair was always dressed to the nines, in and out of wrestling. His ultra-suave persona was a mirror image of who Flair truly is. He's always been known as one of those who has had a difficult time separating real life from what is essentially a work.
Basically, Ric was unable to turn the swag off.
The Nature Boy is currently in the process of his fourth divorce. He's also dating his former WCW valet "FiFi."(Wendy Barlow)
