Hulk Hogan, WWE superstar and one of the most iconic figures in sports entertainment history, has died at the age of 71.
The news was confirmed on July 24, 2025, with reports stating that Hogan passed away due to cardiac arrest at his home in Clearwater, Florida. Emergency responders arrived shortly after 9:50 a.m., but Hogan was pronounced dead at the hospital. Just months prior to his passing, Hogan had undergone neck surgery and was reportedly recovering, though rumors about his health were circulating in the weeks leading up to his death.
Born Terry Gene Bollea on August 11, 1953, in Augusta, Georgia, Hulk Hogan rose to fame in the 1980s as a charismatic and larger-than-life, literally and figuratively, professional wrestler. His immense popularity helped catapult WWE (then WWF) into mainstream success, making him a household name worldwide. Hogan’s trademark wrestling moves and catchphrases became cultural staples.
Hogan was a six-time WWF Champion and six-time WCW World Heavyweight Champion, headlining multiple WrestleMania events and becoming the poster boy for professional wrestling’s boom era. In 2005, he was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame, and again in 2020 as part of the New World Order (nWo) faction. Beyond wrestling, Hogan starred in TV shows such as Hogan Knows Best (2005-2007) and appeared in various films such as Rocky III (1982) and No Holds Barred (1989).
Known for his intense charisma and ability to connect with fans, Hogan’s influence shaped an entire generation of wrestlers and fans alike. WWE released a statement expressing deep sorrow over the loss of one of the biggest names in their franchise's history, calling him “one of the most recognizable figures in pop culture and professional wrestling history.”
Hulk Hogan is survived by his wife, Sky Daily, and children Brooke and Nick Hogan, as well as millions of fans worldwide who remember him as a pioneering force in sports entertainment. Details regarding memorial services are expected to be announced soon. ~Erin Grace