WWE Hall of Famer and wrestling icon Hulk Hogan has passed away at the age of 71.

 

According to TMZ, Hogan—born Terry Gene Bollea—died early Thursday morning, July 24, after first responders were dispatched to his Clearwater, Florida home following reports of a cardiac arrest.

 

Eyewitnesses reported that paramedics and police patrol vehicles were seen outside the residence. Hogan was reportedly wheeled out on a stretcher and transported in an ambulance, though the cause of death has not yet been officially disclosed.

 

The World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE) confirmed his passing in an official statement:

 

“WWE is saddened to learn WWE Hall of Famer Hulk Hogan has passed away.

One of pop culture’s most recognizable figures, Hogan helped WWE achieve global recognition in the 1980s.

WWE extends its condolences to Hogan’s family, friends, and fans.”

 

 

 

A Titan of the Ring

 

Born and raised in Florida, Hulk Hogan rose to become one of the most iconic figures in wrestling history. Known for his trademark handlebar mustache, bandana, and theme song “Real American,” he embodied patriotism and charisma in the ring.

 

Hogan shot to superstardom in the 1980s, after defeating The Iron Sheik and claiming the World Wrestling Federation (WWF) Heavyweight Championship, launching the era of “Hulkamania.”

 

He later lost the title to Andre the Giant in 1988, in one of wrestling’s most talked-about moments. Amid a steroid controversy in the 1990s, Hogan stepped away from WWF and turned his focus to acting.

 

His Hollywood ventures included appearances in films such as:

 

Rocky III (1982)

 

Gremlins 2: The New Batch (1990)

 

Suburban Commando (1991)

 

Mr. Nanny (1993)

 

Santa With Muscles (1996)

 

 

In 1994, Hogan joined World Championship Wrestling (WCW) and famously reinvented himself as “Hollywood Hogan” in 1996—playing a villainous role that revitalized his career and helped launch the New World Order (nWo) faction.

 

He eventually returned to WWE in the early 2000s and remained a towering influence in professional wrestling culture for decades.

 

Hogan’s death marks the end of an era for many wrestling fans worldwide. He leaves behind a lasting legacy as one of sports entertainment’s most legendary and influential figures.