WWE great Hulk Hogan dies at 71 due to cardiac arrest

Legendary American wrestler Hulk Hogan, a.k.a. Terry Gene Bollea, died on Thursday, July 24, due to cardiac arrest at his Florida home. Medics rushed to his residence and the wrestling great was seen stretchered off in an ambulance from his residence in Clearwater, according to TMZ. Hulk Hogan was 71.

WWE, on social media, confirmed Hulk Hogan's demise and extended its condolences to the wrestler's family and friends.

Born on August 11, 1953, in Augusta, Georgia, Hulk evolved into one of the most iconic figures in the history of professional wrestling. With his trademark handlebar moustache, bandana, and larger-than-life charisma, Hogan became a cultural



phenomenon in the 1980s and helped catapult WWE (then WWF) into mainstream popularity.

Often hailed as the face of wrestling’s golden era, Hogan’s impact transcended the ring and made him a global superstar and a Hall of Famer of the WWE.

Hogan’s early wrestling days began in the late 1970s, but his career took a monumental turn when he joined Vince McMahon’s World Wrestling Federation (WWF) in 1983. Almost immediately, Hogan's popularity soared, aided by his heroic persona, patriotic promos, and immense physical presence. His slogan “Train, say your prayers, eat your vitamins, and believe in yourself” resonated with fans, especially children.