- Concerns have been raised about Ryan Garcia’s well-being in recent days
- A disturbing video was posted on Garcia’s social media claiming he was dead
- He will face fellow American Devin Haney in a grudge match next month
Ryan Garcia has broken his silence after a social media post emerged last weekend claiming he was dead.
Concerns over the 25-year-old’s welfare arose after a disturbing video on Garcia’s social media claimed his throat had been slit.
The super lightweight contender has now responded to the speculation surrounding his safety.
In a video message obtained by TMZGarcia said, “Hey guys, it’s Ryan. I’m here to explain what’s going on.
‘I don’t have my phone, I can’t access my Instagram. My cards are locked. I’m really being taken advantage of.
Ryan Garcia has delivered a video message to fans after concerns were raised about his well-being
A six-second clip was posted to his X and Instagram accounts over the weekend with alarming captions
The caption on his Instagram post mentioned the ‘death of Ryan Garcia’
Garcia has insisted he is doing well but has said he has lost access to some valuable assets
“Personally, I would just like to send a video to the people who love me and my fans, family who are concerned that I am doing well. I’m not dead, I believe in Jesus, all those (rumors) are lies.’
Garcia also added that an unknown person tried to put him in jail, and that he had not received any help from those he contacted.
His message continued: “I don’t know what’s going on, but just know I’m doing okay.”
Garcia will face fellow Australian Devin Haney on April 20 in a grudge match for Haney’s WBC super lightweight title.
But there are fears he is not in the right frame of mind to step into the ring.
His ex-wife, Andrea Celina, believes Garcia “may seem fine, but he’s not,” and claims he is “severely oppressed.”
Garcia and Celina, who have two children together, announced their divorce in January.
British promoter Eddie Hearn has also admitted he is concerned about Garcia’s “erratic” behavior following his controversial antics at a press conference for his fight with Haney last week.
Garcia rode a horse to the event and was carried to the arena in Los Angeles by security, with the press conference turning ugly after Haney accused Garcia’s father of making a racist joke at him.
Garcia is scheduled to fight Devin Haney (left) in a grudge match next month
Garcia rode horseback to the press conference for their upcoming fight last week
Garcia’s ex-wife, Andrea Celina (pictured), is concerned about his behavior
Garcia was defeated by Gervonta Davis (right) last year, but is looking to bounce back against Haney
Despite his current personal issues, Garcia’s clash with Haney will still continue.
He will aim to become world champion for the first time after falling short against Gervonta Davis last April.
Garcia was stopped by a body shot in the seventh round as he suffered the first defeat of his professional career.
He returned in December with an injury win against Oscar Duarte to take his record to 24-1 with 20 knockouts.