Ric Flair has split from his wife Wendy after 13 years together.

The WWE Hall of Famer, 75, and his 64-year-old partner have “respectfully” called time on their relationship due to their work schedules after getting married in 2018.

In an emotional statement on Instagram, Ric wrote: “Wendy and I enjoyed 13 great years. As with every couple, we have experienced our ups and downs.

“I think it’s important for everyone to know right now that we have decided to part ways respectfully.”

The so-called Nature Boy – who is recognized by WWE as a 16-time world champion – thanked Wendy for supporting him over the years.

He continued: “I’ll never be able to thank her enough for standing by my side through my terrible health crisis in 2018. She never left my side! And for that I will always be grateful!

“We both are working on different projects at the current time and it becomes difficult with my schedule and her schedule to make this work.

“I wish her the best of luck with her projects and I know that she supports mine.”

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Wendy – who was Ric’s fifth wife after marriages to Leslie Goodman, Elizabeth Harrell, Tiffany VanDemark and Jaqueline Beems – first met the wrestling legend around 40 years ago when they both worked for World Championship Wrestling (WCW).

She even played his valet Fifi – a French maid character – at some events, and they started dating decades later.

They previously broke up in 2022, but reconciled a few months later, before announcing they have split for good.