Hulk Hogan has died at the age of 71, Florida police and WWE announced. The wrestling Hall of Farmer, best known for appearing in the 1980s and 90s, is understood to have suffered a cardiac arrest today (Thursday, July 24).
Hogan, real name Terry Bollea, was renowned for his flamboyant appearance, big moustache, and imposing physique. He was part of WWF/WWE and WCW.
In Clearwater, Florida, authorities responded to a call on Thursday morning about a cardiac arrest. Hogan was pronounced dead at hospital, police said in a statement on Facebook.
Hogan was perhaps the one of the biggest stars in WWE history. He was the main draw for the first WrestleMania in 1985 and was a fixture for years, facing everyone from Andre The Giant and Randy Savage to The Rock and even company chairman Vince McMahon.
He won at least six WWE championships and was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame in 2005.
Hogan was also a celebrity outside the wrestling world, appearing in numerous movies and television shows, including a reality show about his life on VH1, Hogan Knows Best.
In 2016, a Florida jury awarded Hogan 115 million dollars (£85 million) in his sex tape lawsuit against Gawker Media. Hogan sued after Gawker in 2012 posted a video of him having sex with his former best friend’s wife. Hogan contended the post violated his privacy.
WWE posted a note on X saying it was saddened to learn the WWE Hall of Famer had passed away.
“One of pop culture’s most recognisable figures, Hogan helped WWE achieve global recognition in the 1980s. WWE extends its condolences to Hogan’s family, friends, and fans,” it said.
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