Wrestling Legend Hulk Hogan Passes Away at 71 Due to Cardiac Arrest
Hulk Hogan's Untimely Passing
Hulk Hogan, a transformative figure in professional wrestling, has died at the age of 71. The news was initially reported by a popular media outlet, which stated that emergency services were summoned to Hogan's residence in Clearwater, Florida, early Thursday morning.
The cause of death was identified as cardiac arrest. Multiple police and emergency medical teams responded, and Hogan was seen being transported from his home on a stretcher to an ambulance. Prior to this incident, his wife, Sky, had publicly dismissed rumors circulating online about Hogan being in a coma, asserting that his heart was still functioning well.
In recent months, concerns about Hogan's health had escalated following a neck surgery in May, which sparked speculation about his condition. However, sources close to him clarified that he was merely experiencing post-surgical symptoms and was not in a life-threatening state.
Family Reactions and WWE's Tribute
Sources revealed that Brooke Hogan, his daughter, received the heartbreaking news of her father's passing via a text from her brother Nick to her husband. Although their relationship had been strained, Brooke expressed gratitude for the opportunity to tell her father she loved him one last time, finding solace in that moment.
The wrestling organization expressed their sorrow in a statement, acknowledging Hogan's monumental influence on the wrestling industry and his role in elevating WWE's global presence during the 1980s. They described him as one of the most recognizable figures in pop culture.
Beyond wrestling, Hogan's impact extended into film, television, and various endorsements, solidifying his status as a cultural icon. His contributions helped propel professional wrestling into mainstream entertainment, with notable performances in WCW, WWF(E), and TNA.