Wrestling legend Hulk Hogan dies at 71Emergency services were called to his home in Florida at 10:00 a.m. after a report of cardiac arrest. He was taken to the hospital but later died.Hogan, whose real name was Terry Bollea, was one of the biggest names in wrestling during the 1980s and 1990s. He later became a well-known figure in pop culture too. People from wrestling, politics, and Hollywood have been sharing tributes, calling him an icon of American pop culture.
He was famous for his red and yellow outfits, his theme song “Real American,” and his loyal fans known as “Hulkamaniacs.” He kept wrestling into his 50s.
In 2018, he was brought back into the WWE Hall of Fame after being removed years earlier for using a racist slur.
Tributes pour in for Hulk Hogan
Wrestling legend Hulk Hogan has died at 71
Hulk Hogan passed away earlier today. He was 71 years old.
His real name was Terry Bollea. He was the biggest wrestling star of the 1980s and 1990s and helped make wrestling popular around the world.
Since the news broke, people have been sharing tributes to the “Hulkster” from all over the globe.
WWE co-founder Vince McMahon said Hogan was “the greatest WWE Superstar of all time” and called him a “global phenomenon.”
Wrestling icon Ric Flair said their friendship “meant the world to me” and added, “No one will ever compare to you.”
Actor Sylvester Stallone, who starred with Hogan in Rocky III, said Hogan was “absolutely wonderful” and helped make the movie special.
Former U.S. President Donald Trump also shared his condolences. He called Hogan “MAGA all the way – strong, tough, smart, and with the biggest heart.”
Hogan was also known for some controversies. He was once caught on tape using a racist slur and criticized Kamala Harris during the 2024 election.
You can read more about Hulk Hogan’s life and career in our full story.
Hogan put his acting skills to use on screen when he played
Thunderlips, Sylvester Stallone’s opponent in a charity bout, in 1982 film Rocky III
The Undertaker and Hulk Hogan had a match in May 2002.
It took place in Nashville, Tennessee.
The Undertaker, whose real name is Mark Calaway, shared a tribute to Hogan on X.
He called him a “true legend.”
“The wrestling world has lost a true legend.
His contributions to our business are immeasurable, and for that I am thankful.
Thank you, Hulk Hogan.”
The Undertaker
