Wrestling Legend Hulk Hogan Dies at 71 After Cardiac ArrestWrestling icon Hulk Hogan has reportedly passed away at the age of 71 after suffering a cardiac arrest at his home in Clearwater, Florida early Thursday morning.
According to TMZ Sports, emergency responders rushed to Hogan’s residence after receiving a distress call. He was carried out on a stretcher and immediately transported to a nearby hospital. Witnesses reported a heavy presence of police officers and EMTs outside the property.
This shocking news comes just weeks after his wife, Sky Hogan, dismissed rumors claiming that the wrestling legend was in a coma. At the time, she assured fans that Hogan was “strong” and recovering well after undergoing surgery. Last month, reports had also surfaced that Hogan was dealing with complications related to neck issues.
Hulk Hogan, born Terry Gene Bollea, was one of the most recognizable and influential figures in professional wrestling. Rising to global fame in the 1980s and 1990s, he was a multiple-time world champion and a key figure in the success of WWE. Known for his trademark bandana, handlebar mustache, and catchphrase “Whatcha gonna do when Hulkamania runs wild on you?”, Hogan became a pop culture phenomenon whose impact stretched beyond the ring.
Fans and fellow wrestlers have begun flooding social media with tributes and heartfelt messages, remembering Hogan’s decades-long contribution to sports entertainment and his enduring legacy.
As of now, Hogan’s family has not released an official statement.
