HULK HOGAN DEAD AT 71
The final bell tolls for the biggest icon in wrestling history. Confirmed at 11:17 AM | Clearwater, Florida | CPR footage stuns fans
Wrestling legend Hulk Hogan, real name Terry Gene Bollea, has died at the age of 71 ending an era that transcended wrestling and reshaped American pop culture.
Just hours ago, paramedics were dispatched to his Florida home after a call for cardiac arrest. In chilling video footage, medics were seen frantically performing chest compressions before rushing him to the hospital, where he was pronounced dead.
Clearwater Police confirmed:
No signs of foul play or suspicious activity. He passed peacefully, surrounded by loved ones.
From Brother! to Global Phenomenon
Few names in entertainment carry the weight of Hulk Hogan.He wasnt just a wrestler he was a larger-than-life superhero in spandex, the man who turned leg drops into legends.
1984: Defeated Iron Sheik to ignite Hulkamania
Became the face of WWEs golden era, bringing wrestling into mainstream family households
1996: Reinvented himself as Hollywood Hogan, founding the NWO and shaking the sport again
WrestleMania battles with Andre the Giant, The Rock, Randy Savage, Ultimate Warrior still replayed, still legendary
His look bandana, mustache, tan, 24-inch pythons became a symbol.His voice? Instantly recognizable.His catchphrases? Immortal.
Train, say your prayers, eat your vitamins, believe in yourself.
Beyond the Ring: Hogan the Entertainer
Starred in hit films like Rocky III, Mr. Nanny, Suburban Commando
Created reality TV history with Hogan Knows Best, giving the world a glimpse into his chaotic family life
Set the stage on fire at the 2024 Republican National Convention, still show-stopping in his 70s
Battled through countless surgeries and joked that he had no original body parts left
Even after decades in the spotlight, Hogan remained relevant launching a new amateur wrestling league just months ago.
The Man Behind the Legend
In recent years, health rumors surrounded Hogan.He underwent a neck surgery in May 2025 and faced whispers about being in a coma rumors his wife Sky publicly denied.
His heart is strong, she said.But on July 24, that heart gave out.
WWE STATEMENT
One of pop cultures most recognizable figures Hulk helped WWE achieve global recognition in the 1980s. WWE extends its condolences to Hogans family, friends, and fans.
Final Curtain Call
Born in 1953, raised in Florida, Terry Bollea became Hulk Hogan and Hulk Hogan became a movement.A man who slammed giants, shook arenas, headlined stadiums, and brought millions to their feet.
He was the hero of millions of childhoods.He was controversy, redemption, legacy all rolled into one.And now, hes gone.
Whatcha gonna do when Hulkamania runs wild in Heaven?
Rest easy, Champ.The ring will never echo the same again.
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