Donald Trump mourns the death of Hulk Hogan and calls him ‘an absolute MAGA with a great heart

• Trump mourns Hogan’s death
• Hulk Hogan was 71 years old
• He was a WWE icon»

According to EFE news agency, U.S. President Donald Trump on Thursday mourned the death of wrestling legend Hulk Hogan, whom he described as “an absolute MAGA” and “a man with a great heart.”

Trump expressed his sorrow through his social media platform, Truth Social, where he posted an emotional tribute to one of the most iconic figures in sports entertainment.

“Today we lost a great friend, the ‘Hulkster,’” Trump wrote at the beginning of his farewell message.

The U.S. president highlighted both the personal and political qualities that, in his view, defined Hogan as part of the MAGA movement — “Make America Great Again.”

Trump highlights political and cultural legacy

Donald Trump deeply mourned the passing of Hulk Hogan and posted the following on the social network Truth Social: «Today we lost a great friend, the ‘Hulkster.’ Hulk Hogan was an absolute MAGA: strong, tough, smart, but with a great heart.»

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“Hulk Hogan was an absolute MAGA: strong, tough, smart, but with a great heart,” Trump wrote.

The president also fondly recalled Hogan’s participation in the Republican National Convention held in July 2024, where he delivered a speech that Trump described as “electrifying.”

According to Trump, the wrestler and former actor’s appearance was one of the standout moments of the Republican week in Milwaukee.

The closeness between the two had already been noted in media and political circles, but Trump’s reaction confirms the personal and symbolic bond they shared.

Hulk Hogan’s death shocks the entertainment world

The president took the opportunity in his message to send condolences to the family of the late wrestler, especially to his wife, Sky Daily.

“To his wife, Sky, and to his family, we send our best wishes and love. We will miss Hulk Hogan very much!” Trump concluded.

The news of Hulk Hogan’s death, whose real name was Terry Gene Bollea, shocked both his fans and the entertainment world.

Bollea, 71, died in the state of Florida, where he lived with his wife, after suffering a heart attack.

Hogan’s impact on WWE

For months, there was speculation about the deterioration of his health, although no medical details had been confirmed until now.

Hogan was one of the main stars of professional wrestling during the 1980s and 1990s.

He was a central figure of the then WWF, now known as WWE, and helped turn wrestling into a mass cultural phenomenon.

Beyond his matches in the ring, Hogan also appeared in movies, TV series, and advertising campaigns.

A symbol between politics and entertainment

His muscular image, blond mustache, and ripped t-shirts became globally recognizable icons.

Although his career also had controversial moments and scandals, his impact on American popular culture was undeniable.

The wrestler was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame in 2005 and made headlines again after reconciling with the company following years of separation.

In recent years, Hogan showed affinity for conservative views and publicly supported Trump during his campaigns.

Hulk Hogan death and MAGA legacy

Trump himself was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame in 2013 and maintained relationships with several figures in the wrestling circuit.

Hogan’s passing leaves a symbolic void at the intersection of politics, entertainment, and American popular culture.

His death comes at a time when media figures play a key role in politics and the shaping of collective identities.

Trump not only praised him as a wrestler but also emphasized his role as a spokesperson for the values of the MAGA movement.