Hulk Hogan, Wrestling Icon and Actor, Passes Away at 71
Wrestling Icon Hulk Hogan Dies at 71
Hulk Hogan, born Terry Gene Bollea, died at 71 from cardiac arrest at his Clearwater, Florida home. Manager Chris Volo confirmed he was “surrounded by his loved ones.” His wife had recently reassured fans his heart was “strong,” despite recent surgeries.
A Wrestling Legend
Hogan became the face of 1980s wrestling with his “Hulkamania” persona. WWE praised him: “Hulk Hogan transformed professional wrestling into a global phenomenon.” He headlined eight WrestleManias and held six WWE titles.
Reinvention and Controversy
In 1996, Hogan revived his career as “Hollywood Hogan” with the NWO. Though a 2015 scandal briefly tarnished his image, he returned in 2020 and remained a polarizing cultural figure, famously backing Donald Trump in 2024.
A Pop Culture Force
Beyond wrestling, Hogan starred in Rocky III, family films, and TV shows like Hogan Knows Best. Tributes from fans, celebrities, and peers—including Sylvester Stallone and John Cena—celebrate his enduring legacy.
