Hulk Hogan, real name Terry Bollea, has died at the age of 71, according to WWE.
Hogan passed away on Thursday after suffering a heart attack at his home in Clearwater, Florida.
What Happened?
- Emergency crews rushed to Hogan’s home for a cardiac arrest.
- He was taken to Morton Plant Hospital, where he was later pronounced dead.
- TMZ was the first to report the news.
Who Was Hulk Hogan?
- Real Name: Terry Bollea
- Age: 71
- Known As: One of the biggest wrestling stars ever.
Famous For:
- Saying: “Say your prayers and eat your vitamins”
- Talking about his “24-inch pythons” (his arms)
- Appearing in movies and on TV
Wrestling Rivals:
- André the Giant
- “Macho Man” Randy Savage
- “Rowdy” Roddy Piper
Hogan’s Legacy
- Helped WWE become a global brand in the 1980s and 1990s.
- Became a pop culture icon.
- Inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame.
- Helped make wrestling a multi-billion-dollar industry.
Controversies
- In 2015, Hogan was caught on tape using racist language, which hurt his public image.
He also won a $115 million lawsuit against Gawker for posting a private video.
- This lawsuit led to the shutdown of Gawker.
Official Statement
“WWE is saddened to learn WWE Hall of Famer Hulk Hogan has passed away. One of pop culture’s most recognizable figures, Hogan helped WWE achieve global recognition in the 1980s,” — WWE on X
Final Words
Hulk Hogan was more than a wrestler. He was a superstar, a movie actor, and a household name. Fans around the world are mourning his loss.
Source: cnn.com
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