Ric Flair Says Social Media Ruined Pro Wrestling

In a candid interview on INSIGHT with Chris Van Vliet, wrestling icon Ric Flair candidly discussed the impact of social media on today’s wrestling landscape.

The two-time WWE Hall of Famer expressed concern that some wrestlers prioritize fan reactions on platforms like Twitter over wise advice from industry veterans.

Flair begins by pointing out that not all wrestlers are guilty of this, while also admitting that talents like Charlotte Flair and AJ Styles understand the importance of timing and storytelling in matches fight.

“Some of them like Charlotte, and I’m not gonna list the talent, but there’s a lot of talent that understand you have to be able to put things in at times in the match when they are more meaningful,” Flair explained.

“AJ Styles is really good. It’s being able to turn the audience where they’re reacting to what you want them to, instead of them telling you what to do.”

However, he pointed out that many wrestlers seemed to have lost focus.

“A lot of guys listen to the audience, and then instead of listening to what Vince [McMahon] says in gorilla or Michael Hayes, they run to the computer to see what the fans are saying,” Flair lamented.

Flair’s criticism focuses on his belief that some wrestlers today are more concerned with fan reactions on social media than listening to the wisdom of experienced backstage figures.

Flair’s message is clear: he believes wrestlers should value the ideas and experience of backstage veterans like Vince McMahon and Michael Hayes in the often unpredictable world of social media.

In an era where fan engagement and online presence are increasingly important, Flair’s comments are a stark reminder of the delicate balance wrestlers must strike among their audience’s entertainment and the adherence to the traditions and wisdom of professional wrestling.