Ric Flair, the 16-time World Champion and two-time WWE Hall of Famer, has once again made headlines for the wrong reasons. A video has surfaced showing Flair being kicked out of Piesanos Stone Fired Pizza in Gainesville, Florida, after a heated altercation with restaurant staff. This incident follows a complaint Flair made on social media, where he claimed to have been disrespected despite spending $1,500 at the restaurant.
Flair’s Social Media Complaint
Ric Flair took to his X account to voice his displeasure after being asked to leave Piesanos. In his post, Flair stated that he took 20 pictures with customers and staff but was still asked to leave following an issue with the kitchen manager. He wrote:
“I Spent $1500 At @PiesanosSFP To Be Disrespected More Than I Ever Have In My Entire Life. After Taking 20 Pictures With Customers And Staff, I Was Asked To Leave Because Of An Issue I Had With The Kitchen Manager Taking Too Long In The Bathroom. I Would Highly Recommend That Anyone Who Wants To Enjoy A Relaxing Time In Gainesville At A Nice Restaurant To Never Visit This Place! WOOOOO!”
Flair’s complaint hinted at an altercation with the restaurant’s kitchen manager, suggesting that the manager’s extended bathroom break led to his frustration. However, the co-owner of Piesanos, Jerry Roberts, provided a different perspective, indicating that the restaurant staff acted appropriately based on Flair’s behavior.
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Restaurant’s Response and Video Evidence
Roberts, speaking to The Gainesville Sun, mentioned that there was “clear evidence” that the staff made the right decision to ask Flair to leave. Following this statement, video footage emerged showing Flair’s behavior at the restaurant. The video depicts “The Nature Boy” in a confrontational and visibly intoxicated state, engaging in a heated exchange with the restaurant staff.
The footage shows Flair berating the staff and creating a disruptive scene. The incident culminated in Flair being asked to leave, which he initially resisted, further escalating the situation. The video confirms that Flair’s behavior warranted the restaurant’s actions, reinforcing the co-owner’s earlier statements about the staff’s professionalism.
Fan Reactions and Flair’s Recent History
The video’s release has generated significant attention on social media, with fans sharing their thoughts on the incident. Many believe that Flair’s behavior was inappropriate and that his intoxication contributed to the altercation. The video also provided a moment of levity, with some fans joking about the restaurant staff who wisely chose not to accept Flair’s challenge to a physical confrontation outside the restaurant.
Flair’s recent history has been marked by controversy, with this latest incident adding to his list of public missteps. The 73-year-old wrestling legend co-headlined his final match with his son-in-law Andrade El Idolo against Jay Lethal and Jeff Jarrett, where he reportedly suffered a heart attack during the match.
As Ric Flair deals with the aftermath of his behavior at Piesanos, this incident serves as a reminder that even legendary figures in wrestling are not immune to public scrutiny and the consequences of their actions.