Hulk Hogan Dead at 71—World Mourns Wrestling’s Most Iconic Superstar

Renowned professional wrestling legend and global pop culture icon, Hulk Hogan, has passed away at the age of 71.

According to IReporter Online, the World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE) confirmed Hogan’s death on Thursday, July 24, describing him as one of the most influential figures in the history of professional wrestling and a central force behind the global rise of the WWE—then known as WWF—during the 1980s.

Born Terry Gene Bollea in Augusta, Georgia, Hogan became a household name during wrestling’s golden era. Known for his larger-than-life persona, signature red-and-yellow ring attire, and booming catchphrases, he spearheaded the “Hulkamania” phenomenon that captivated fans across generations.

Emergency medical services were reportedly dispatched to Hogan’s Clearwater, Florida residence on Thursday morning following a suspected cardiac arrest. He was transported to a nearby medical facility by ambulance. While an official cause of death has yet to be released, sources indicate he had been facing health concerns in recent weeks.

Despite recent surgery and public speculation about his condition, Hogan’s wife, Sky Daily, had previously assured fans that he was recovering well and that his heart remained strong.

Hogan is survived by his two children, Brooke and Nick, from his first marriage to Linda Bollea, which ended in 2007. He later married Jennifer McDaniel in 2010 before divorcing in 2022. In 2023, he married Sky Daily.

His last public appearance came in July 2024 at the Republican National Convention in support of Donald Trump’s presidential campaign. He made his final WWE television appearance on January 6, 2025, during the Netflix launch of Monday Night Raw.

WWE, fans, and fellow wrestlers around the world continue to mourn the passing of the man widely regarded as the face of modern professional wrestling.