5 Wrestlers that never break character

#2 Ric Flair

Ric Flair

WWE Hall of Famer and The Nature Boy, Ric Flair, is famous not only for remaining in character in a public setting but for literally "living his gimmick."

Flair's real name is Richard Fliehr, but during the fantastic ESPN 30 for 30 special on Ric Flair, The Nature Boy discussed how Richard Fliehr does not really exist anymore, and he lives his life as Ric Flair.

Throughout his heyday in pro wrestling in the '70s and '80s, Flair helped popularize the concept of a pro wrestling Champion by carrying himself as a Champion both inside and outside of the ring. Fans bumping into Flair at a local hotel, or airport, or bar, saw the "World Heavyweight Champion" version of Ric Flair as opposed to the real-life version of Richard Fliehr the father, husband, etc.

Flair has talked at length about how his in-character lifestyle often jeopardized relationships in his real-life, including relationships with his spouses and his children, one of whom is current WWE star, Charlotte Flair.

Despite any downside to Ric Flair never breaking character in his storied pro wrestling career, the upside has clearly been the creation of one of, if not the best, pro wrestling superstar of all-time.