WWE Legend Hulk Hogan Dies at 71
On July 24, 2025, the professional wrestling community and fans around the world were shocked by the news that WWE legend Hulk Hogan had passed away at his home in Florida, USA. According to initial information from his family, the cause was a stroke. He was 71 years old.
Hulk Hogan, whose real name is Terry Gene Bollea, is one of the greatest names in WWE history. Emerging in the 1980s, he was not only a prominent wrestler with a muscular body, signature blond hair and vibrant fighting style, but also the person who contributed to turning WWE from a regional tournament into a global phenomenon.
During a career spanning more than four decades, Hogan was a 12-time world champion and is one of the few people to have been inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame twice – in 2005 as an individual and in 2020 with the NWO (New World Order). He was instrumental in the beginning of several golden eras for WWE and was instrumental in creating iconic moments such as his match with Andre the Giant at WrestleMania III.
In addition to his success in the ring, Hulk Hogan was also a pop culture icon in the United States. He appeared in numerous films, television shows and commercials, becoming the epitome of an “American hero” in the eyes of audiences in the 1980s and 1990s.
However, Hogan’s sudden death has left many questions. Local police in Clearwater, Florida have confirmed that they are investigating the specific cause of the incident, saying they are “not ruling out any possibilities” until the official conclusion from the medical examiner.
Fans from all over the world, from WWE veterans to longtime fans, have expressed their condolences on social media. WWE has also released an official statement to commemorate him, calling Hogan “one of the greatest to ever step into the ring”.
The passing of Hulk Hogan is not only a great loss for WWE, but also the end of a glorious chapter in the history of American sports entertainment. A legend has passed away, but his legacy will live on forever in the hearts of fans.
