In a turn of humility, wrestling icon Ric Flair has publicly issued an apology to Vince Russo, amongst others, for his previous statements on the reasons behind the fall of WCW (World Championship Wrestling).
The “Who Killed WCW?” documentary series, brought to the screen by Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson’s company Seven Bucks Productions, made its debut on VICE TV on June 4th, reigniting conversations about the demise of the once-competing wrestling promotion.
Ric Flair offered his insight on WCW’s downfall in the series, naming a “three-headed monster” comprised of Jim Herd, Eric Bischoff, and Vince Russo, which he believed was responsible due to their mismanagement and corrosive leadership practices.
“I’ve Tried To Lay Low On This But Let’s Face It- Who Killed WCW? It’s A Three-Headed Monster! Jim Herd, @EBischoff, And @THEVinceRusso!!! … It Was The People In Charge That Created Dysfunction, Animosity, And Tried To Divide And Conquer … I Am One To Live Through All Three Nightmares And To Be Saved By The @WWE!”
Despite Russo’s critique of Flair, labeling him as intoxicated, Flair approached the situation with a clearer frame of mind today. Taking to Twitter, Flair issued apologies for his previous accusations, specifically to Vince Russo.
“I Want To Apologize To Jim Herd, @EBischoff, And @THEVinceRusso Because I Really Don’t Know. I Unfairly Judged … For Vince Calling Me The GOAT, I Appreciate That & You Did Help My Son To Pursue His Dream In Wrestling. It’s To Discuss Our Differences! … I Hope This Can All Be Put Behind Us!”
It’s admirable that Flair has backtracked on his earlier critiques and shown transparency in recognizing his errors related to the discourse surrounding WCM’s failure. The wrestling community is responding to his apology and hoping for a harmonious resolution.
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FAQ Section
Why did Ric Flair apologize to Vince Russo?
Ric Flair apologized to Vince Russo and others because he previously blamed them for WCW’s downfall without fully understanding behind-the-scenes dynamics and the challenges they faced at a corporate level.
What is the “Who Killed WCW?” docuseries?
The “Who Killed WCW?” docuseries is a production of Dwayne Johnson’s Seven Bucks Productions that examines the factors leading to the wrestling promotion’s closure. It premiered on June 4 on VICE TV.
Who were the three individuals Ric Flair originally blamed for the fall of WCJ?
Ric Flair blamed Jim Herd, Eric Bischoff, and Vince Russo as the “three-headed monster” responsible for WCW’s collapse due to their destructive management style.
Has Ric Flair been involved in other controversies?
Yes, Ric Flair, like many public figures, has been involved in various controversies throughout his wrestling career and personal life.
Is Ric Flair returning to the wrestling industry?
While Ric Flair is not actively wrestling, he remains a celebrated figure in the wrestling community and continues to make appearances and contribute to the industry in various ways.