Hulk Hogan, a name synonymous with wrestling, died on July 24 at the age of 71 in his Florida home.
Recent reports confirm that Hogan’s passing was due to acute myocardial infarction, which everyone knows as a heart attack. Medical documents obtained by Entertainment Weekly show that the wrestling icon had prior health concerns, including leukemia and atrial fibrillation, a condition that causes irregular heartbeats. The results classified his death as natural.
The New York Post was the first to break this story about Hogan’s cause of death.
This revelation came just one week after Hogan’s death at his Clearwater, Fla. home. Authorities disclosed that paramedics responded to the call early on a Thursday morning, transporting Hogan to a local hospital, where he was pronounced dead.
Linda Bose, Hogan’s manager, expressed the community’s grief, stating, “We are heartbroken. He was such a great human being and friend.”
Hogan rose to fame in the wrestling world starting in 1977, finding immense popularity after joining the WWE in the early ’80s. This era was famously d Hulkamania. Known for his larger-than-life persona and theatrical performances, Hogan transformed professional wrestling into a mainstream spectacle. Over his career, he headlined WrestleMania eight times and claimed the WWE championship six times.
In 2012, Hogan decided to hang up his wrestling boots, but not before making a successful transition into acting. He first appeared in Rocky III alongside Sylvester Stallone, followed by roles in productions like No Holds Barred, Suburban Commando, Mr. Nanny, and Santa with Muscles.
His life, however, wasn’t without its controversies—an admission of steroid use, leaks of a sex tape, and other personal scandals drew headlines. Notably, he gained attention during the 2024 Republican National Convention, showing support for President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance.
After the announcement of Hogan’s death, tributes flowed from various WWE colleagues, with stars like Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, John Cena, and Ric Flair honoring him.
Sky Daily, Hogan’s wife, shared heartfelt reflections a day post his death. “I wasn’t ready for this, and my heart is in pieces,” she shared. She mentioned being optimistic about his health struggles but felt the loss was swift and challenging to process. “To everyone else, he was a legend… but to me, he was my Terry, the man I adored, my partner, my heart.”
Sky emphasized how much Hogan valued his fans, noting that despite his health challenges, he always strived to engage with them through autographs, photos, and other connections. “He truly cherished each of you,” she reflected.
On a spiritual note, she continued, “Hogan was a believer in Christ, and I find solace knowing his soul is at peace now.” She requested that everyone keep his loved ones, including her, in their thoughts while navigating this new chapter.
Hogan leaves behind a legacy of family, survived by his kids Brooke, 37, and Nick, who recently celebrated his 35th birthday on July 27. He shares them with ex-wife Linda Hogan, whom he divorced in 2009 after a long marriage characterized by their reality show, Hogan Knows Best. His marriage to Jennifer McDaniel lasted from 2010 to 2021.
For more details, you can check the original article on Entertainment Weekly.
