Professional wrestling legend and WWE star Hulk Hogan, on June 24, passed away at the age of 71. The news of Hogan's death was confirmed by the WWE (World Wrestling Entertainment) organisation on X. According to TMZ Sports, a 911 call was made about a suspected cardiac arrest at Hogan's Florida residence. Medics reportedly rushed to his house and he was seen being stretchered off in an ambulance. His friends and fans expressed their grief at the demise of Hulk Hogan as they recalled their fondest memories of the late wrestler.
WWE's post read, "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."
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Hulk Hogan was considered one of the wrestlers of all time and gained massive fame in the 1980s. He started his career in 1977 but became a household name after joining the World Wrestling Federation (WWF, now known as WWE).
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Retired professional Ric Flair expressed his shock at the passing of Hulk Hogan and shared some pictures with him on social media. He wrote on X, "I Am Absolutely Shocked To Hear About The Passing Of My Close Friend @HulkHogan ! Hulk Has Been By My Side Since We Started In The Wrestling Business. An Incredible Athlete, Talent, Friend, And Father! Our Friendship Has Meant The World To Me. He Was Always There For Me Even When I Didn’t Ask For Him To Be. He Was One Of The First To Visit Me When I Was In The Hospital With A 2% Chance Of Living, And He Prayed By My Bedside. Hulk Also Lent Me Money When Reid Was Sick. Hulkster, No One Will Ever Compare To You! Rest In Peace My Friend!"
He left WWF in 1993 to work in television and movies, but returned to wrestling the very next year.
He worked in several movies, including No Holds Barred, Mr Nanny, Thunder in Paradise, Spy Hard, The Secret Agent Club, 3 Ninjas: High Noon at Mega Mountain, Gnomeo & Juliet and many more.