In Loving Memory – Hulk Hogan (Terry Gene Bollea)
July 24, 2025 – Cause: Cardiac Arrest at age 71
It is with deep sorrow that we mourn the passing of Hulk Hogan, the legendary figure who transformed professional wrestling and pop culture alike. Terry Gene Bollea passed away on July 24, 2025, at his home in Clearwater, Florida, following a reported cardiac arrest and extended resuscitation efforts early that morning Wikipedia+15The Guardian+15The Sun+15.
Hogan was 71 years old at the time of his death and is survived by his wife, Sky Daily, and his children, Brooke and Nick Hogan Indiatimes+6Good Morning America+6Parade+6. The Clearwater Fire and Rescue team arrived at approximately 9:51 a.m. and performed CPR for over 30 minutes, though ultimately, he was pronounced dead at Morton Plant Hospital around 11:17 a.m. NBC Los Angeles+2People.com+2The Sun+2.
A Legend Honored
- WWE released an official statement declaring:
“One of pop culture’s most recognizable figures … Hogan helped WWE achieve global recognition in the 1980s.” KOAT+15Parade+15People.com+15AP News+6CBSSports.com+6Newsweek+6 - Ric Flair, a close friend for over four decades, tweeted: “I Am Absolutely Shocked To Hear About The Passing Of My Close Friend … An Incredible Athlete, Talent, Friend, And Father!” AP News+14SI+14Newsweek+14
- Fellow wrestling stars Charlotte Flair, John Layfield, Brutus Beefcake, Jake Roberts, and more offered heartfelt reflections, citing Hogan’s influence on their careers and lives AP News+6CBSSports.com+6SI+6.
- President Donald Trump and Vice President J.D. Vance also paid tribute, calling Hogan an “American icon” and praising his patriotism and charisma CBSSports.com+14https://www.wistv.com+14The Times of India+14.
His Impact & Legacy
- Hogan was a six-time WWE Champion and headlined WrestleMania eight times, most notably delivering the iconic body‑slam of Andre the Giant at WrestleMania III, an event watched by millions The Guardian+3CBSSports.com+3New York Post+3.
- He helped lead the creation of the New World Order (nWo) in WCW, reinventing his persona as Hollywood Hogan and ushering wrestling into a new era New York Post+4Wikipedia+4The Guardian+4.
- Beyond the ring, Hogan appeared in films like Rocky III, starred in the reality series Hogan Knows Best, and had a profound influence on pop culture throughout the 1980s and ’90s NBC Los Angeles+5Wikipedia+5New York Post+5.
- Despite controversies—including a high-profile lawsuit, leaked recordings, and past remarks—his passion, showmanship, and contributions to wrestling remained undeniable The Guardian+2The Sun+2New York Post+2.
Final Thoughts
Hulk Hogan’s charisma, energy, and iconic presence opened doors for countless wrestlers and entertained generations. More than a champion, he embodied the spirit of Hulkamania—a belief in bigger-than-life dreams and true showmanship.
May his memory continue to inspire—always remember: Hulkamania never dies.