This is heartbreaking.
Wrestling Icon and Proud American Hulk Hogan Dies at 71 in Florida
Hulk Hogan—wrestling legend, conservative icon, and longtime supporter of President Donald Trump—has died at the age of 71. According to multiple reports, the WWE Hall of Famer suffered a sudden cardiac arrest Thursday morning at his home in Clearwater, Florida.
Emergency responders arrived just before 10 a.m. after a 911 call reported a heart attack. Hogan, whose real name was Terry Bollea, was transported to Morton Plant Hospital where he was pronounced dead.
WWE Confirms Hulk Hogan’s Death
The WWE released a statement mourning the loss of one of its most influential stars:
“WWE is saddened to learn that WWE Hall of Famer Hulk Hogan has passed away. One of pop culture’s most recognizable figures, Hogan helped catapult WWE to global fame in the 1980s. We extend our deepest condolences to his family, friends, and millions of fans.”
Clearwater police confirmed the incident involved a male resident in cardiac arrest. Paramedics with Clearwater Fire & Rescue did everything they could, but Hogan did not survive the attack.
Family Statement: ‘We Have Lost a Legend’
On Hogan’s official Instagram page, a statement was posted shortly after the news broke:
“It is with a heavy heart and deep sadness that we confirm we have lost a legend. Terry Bollea, known to the world as Hulk Hogan, passed away surrounded by loved ones. Please respect the privacy of his family during this time of mourning.”
Hogan’s wife, Sky Daily, had recently denied reports of health complications, saying her husband was “strong” and recovering from surgery. His sudden death has shocked fans across the nation.
An American Patriot Who Stood With Trump
Hulk Hogan wasn’t just a wrestling icon—he was a proud American who stood for faith, family, and freedom. A vocal supporter of President Donald Trump, Hogan appeared at the 2024 Republican National Convention and even joined Trump on stage at a sold-out rally in Madison Square Garden.
He was also involved in a new venture called Real American Freestyle, a patriotic wrestling league he helped launch alongside former WCW executive Eric Bischoff.
Chad Bronstein, CEO of Real American Freestyle, said:
“We lost our Commissioner. We lost a friend. And wrestling lost one of its most passionate champions. Hulk Hogan believed in honor, loyalty, and the power of the American dream. This league was personal to him—and we will carry his legacy forward.”
Hulk Hogan’s Incredible Career: From Wrestling Ring to Global Icon
Terry Bollea first broke into wrestling in the late 1970s. But it was his return to the WWF (now WWE) in the early ’80s under Vince McMahon that made him a superstar.
He created the movement known as Hulkamania, inspiring a generation to “train, say their prayers, and eat their vitamins.” His clean-cut, all-American persona was a perfect fit for conservative households and patriotic families across the country.
Perhaps his most iconic moment came at WrestleMania III, when he body-slammed the 520-pound Andre the Giant—a move forever remembered as “the bodyslam heard around the world.”
Dominating in WCW and Changing Wrestling Forever
In the 1990s, Hogan joined WCW and helped form the revolutionary New World Order (NWO). Alongside Scott Hall and Kevin Nash, Hogan became the face of a storyline that dominated wrestling ratings for 83 consecutive weeks.
He later returned to WWE, had a legendary showdown with The Rock, and was inducted into the Hall of Fame twice—once solo (2005), and again with the NWO (2020). He also competed internationally, including a run as IWGP Champion in Japan.
A Legacy Etched in American Culture
Hulk Hogan was more than just a professional wrestler—he was a cultural icon, a businessman, and a man who proudly embraced traditional American values.
He is survived by his wife, Sky Daily, and his two children, Nick and Brooke, from his previous marriage to Linda Claridge.
Rest in Peace, Hulk Hogan
A real American hero. A champion in and out of the ring. And a friend to President Trump and the conservative movement.
