July 25, 2025 — The world of professional wrestling has lost one of its most legendary figures. Hulk Hogan, born Terry Gene Bollea, has passed away at the age of 71 following a cardiac arrest at his Florida home. For millions of fans across generations, Hogan wasn’t just a wrestler — he was wrestling.
🕊️ A Heartbreaking Loss
On the morning of July 24, emergency responders arrived at Hogan’s Clearwater residence and attempted CPR for over 30 minutes before pronouncing him dead at Morton Plant Hospital. No foul play is suspected, and tributes have been pouring in from across the world.
Hogan is survived by his wife, Sky Daily, and his children, Brooke and Nick.
💪 The Man Who Defined an Era
Hogan burst into the mainstream in the early 1980s with his unmatched charisma, powerful physique, and larger-than-life personality. His trademark red-and-yellow gear, handlebar mustache, and the rallying cry of “Whatcha gonna do when Hulkamania runs wild on you?!” became cultural staples.
He headlined the first WrestleMania in 1985 and played a pivotal role in the WWF (now WWE) becoming a global phenomenon. Hogan wasn’t just a wrestler — he was a marketing juggernaut, an action movie star, a Saturday morning cartoon hero, and the face of a movement.
From slamming André the Giant at WrestleMania III to reinventing himself as “Hollywood Hogan” with the nWo in WCW, his career spanned decades and defined multiple eras of professional wrestling.
🌎 Global Impact and Tributes
Wrestling legends and fans alike have taken to social media to honor the Hulkster:
🗣️ “He changed the game. There is no WWE without Hulk Hogan.” — Vince McMahon
🕯️ “My brother in the ring and in life. I’ll never forget what you gave to all of us.” — Ric Flair
🎥 “A true American icon. He gave the people a hero to believe in.” — Sylvester Stallone
Even public figures outside the wrestling world — including Donald Trump, who inducted Hogan into the WWE Hall of Fame — have acknowledged his cultural legacy.
⚠️ A Complicated Legacy
Though beloved by millions, Hogan’s life wasn’t without controversy. Legal battles, personal struggles, and a widely publicized scandal in the 2010s briefly tarnished his public image. Still, many fans chose to remember him for his contributions to wrestling and his redemptive efforts later in life.
🌟 The Legacy Lives On
Few figures in sports entertainment have left an impact as profound as Hulk Hogan. He wasn’t just a wrestler; he was an icon — a symbol of strength, perseverance, and entertainment. Whether you grew up chanting “Hogan! Hogan!” in the ’80s or discovered him through highlight reels, there’s no denying the role he played in shaping modern wrestling.
As we say goodbye to the Immortal One, we remember the memories, the moments, and the magic.
“Train, say your prayers, eat your vitamins, believe in yourself…”
— Hulk Hogan
Rest in peace, Hulkster. You ran wild on all of us — and we’ll never forget it.