Overview

• Flair told PEOPLE that he is facing skin cancer for the second time in three years.
• He initially denied reports of a cancer diagnosis in a May post on X before speaking publicly about his condition.
• Flair said he will begin treatment for the disease next week.
• His 2017 health crisis almost proved fatal when complications from alcohol abuse led to kidney and heart failure.
• Fans and WWE Hall of Famers have rallied behind him with messages of concern and solidarity.