The world of sports entertainment mourns the loss of Terry “Hulk Hogan” Bollea, professional wrestling icon, who passed away this Thursday (July 24, 2025) at the age of 71. Hogan was found at his home in Clearwater, where he suffered a cardiac arrest around 9:51 AM, according to local police reports.
Hulk Hogan was one of the most iconic figures of the golden era of WWE (formerly WWF). He was the main attraction of the first WrestleMania in 1985, built a successful career with six world championships, and was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame in 2005. Hogan was also the first wrestler to win back-to-back Royal Rumble matches (1990 and 1991) and led the nWo faction in WCW, redefining wrestling in the 1990s.
Beyond the ring, Hogan starred in films like *Rocky III*, appeared in TV series and reality shows such as *Hogan Knows Best*, and established a strong presence in pop culture. In recent years, he became commissioner of the Real American Freestyle wrestling league, launched in April 2025.
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Death Details
According to authorities, emergency services responded to a call reporting cardiac arrest. Hogan was taken to Morton Plant Hospital, where his death was confirmed. He is survived by his wife Sky Daily, two children, and two ex-spouses.
Figures such as Ric Flair, Todd Grisham, and even politicians—including Donald Trump Jr and Congresswoman Anna Paulina Luna—paid tribute.
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