Hulk Hogan dies at 71 after suffering a heart attack
Wrestling legend Hulk Hogan died at 71 after suffering a heart attack at his home in Florida. Here what is known so far.
Posted on 25/07/2025 at 05:44
- Hulk Hogan dies at 71 after suffering a heart attack.
- WWE confirms Hulk Hogan’s death.
- Hulk Hogan found dead in Florida.
Legendary wrestler Hulk Hogan, an icon of professional wrestling and a key figure in WWE history, passed away this Thursday at the age of 71.
This followed a heart attack at his residence in Florida.
According to reports from U.S. media outlets such as TMZ and The U.S. Sun.
The death of the wrestler, whose real name was Terry Gene Bollea, occurred in the morning hours.
Hulk Hogan dies at 71 after suffering a heart attack
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Paramedics and police units responded to his residence.
This after receiving an emergency call.
Hogan was taken on a stretcher from his home in Clearwater to an ambulance.
But he did not survive.
A legendary figure in professional wrestling
🇺🇸 | BREAKING — Hulk Hogan, WWE legend, has died at 71 after suffering a heart attack at his home in Florida. pic.twitter.com/NODreTu4eD
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Hulk Hogan was not only a wrestling icon throughout the 1980s and 1990s but also one of the most recognizable figures in American pop culture.
His image—defined by the bandana, signature blond mustache, and imposing physique—came to symbolize a golden era of televised wrestling that propelled WWE (then WWF) to global fame.
World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE) confirmed the wrestler’s death in an official statement:
“WWE is saddened to learn that Hall of Famer Hulk Hogan has passed away. One of the most recognizable figures in pop culture, Hogan helped WWE achieve global recognition in the 1980s.”
The company extended its condolences to Hogan’s family, friends, and fans, highlighting how he inspired generations and made history through unforgettable WrestleMania matches.
A prior decline in health
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Although the official cause of death has not yet been released, it is known that Hogan had been hospitalized in recent weeks and was facing various medical complications.
The former wrestler himself had undergone multiple surgeries, including procedures on his hips, knees, and neck.
This reflected the physical deterioration accumulated over years of demanding activity in the ring.
Reports indicate that Hogan was found in critical condition and rushed to the hospital, but attempts at resuscitation were unsuccessful.
Reactions from the community and legacy
The news has sparked an outpouring of condolences from fans, fellow professionals, and entertainment figures who grew up under his influence.
Hogan not only wrestled but also acted in movies, appeared in TV series, and became a global ambassador for the wrestling phenomenon.
His legacy, both inside and outside the ring, remains intact, and his name will continue to be synonymous with a golden era of WWE.
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