BREAKING NEWS: RICK FLAIR AND WWE PART WAYS

This is breaking news and I will try to keep you updated as this news progresses.

WrestlingInc is reporting that Rick Flair and the WWE have parted ways. According to their sources, even though Flair is already retired, he was restricted from making public appearances.

Now many Promoters have recieved this news and are trying take advantage of Rick Flair as a free agent.

If I can remember correctly, Rick Flair wasn't allowed to attend his NWA induction ceremony because of his affiliation with the WWE. Paul Heyman had some harsh words for the NWA in their advertisment of Rick Flair being inducted into the NWA Hall of Fame.

Update: WrestlingInc is reporting that the split is amicable. Both sides have ended on good terms. The problem apparently leading to this split was that Flair's contract had prevented him from accepting offers outside the WWE.

Also, there is planned a theme for the WWE 24/7 programming for the month of September called "Flair Forever" which looks at Rick Flairs career including a round table feathuring the Nature Boy himself. It isn't clear if that will come through or not.

I will keep you updated for more.


Update 2: WWE.com has confirmed the release:

"WWE and Hall of Famer Ric Flair have mutually agreed to contractually part ways. After an extraordinary career Ric has chosen to pursue opportunities outside of WWE."

Rick Flair has released a statement confirming this split:

"WWE and I parted on the best of terms. This gives me the chance to pursue new opportunities...corporate speaking engagements, product sponsorships, autograph shows for my loyal fans (who made me what I am today) and film and television roles. My agent and I are very excited about what the future holds!"