Islamabad, July 25, 2025: Wrestling icon Hulk Hogan died at 71, leaving behind a legendary legacy that shaped sports entertainment and touched fans around the world.
Hulk Hogan, the legendary professional, wrestling icon whose real name was Terry Gene Bollea, died at the age of 71. Hogan passed away on the morning of July 24, 2025, at his home in Clearwater Beach, Florida. Emergency responders arrived at 9:51 a.m. after reports of an unresponsive man. He was taken to the hospital, but despite CPR efforts, was pronounced dead. No foul play is suspected.
Hogan was one of the most significant figures in the history of professional wrestling, rising to stardom in the 1980s as the face of Vince McMahon’s World Wrestling Federation, now WWE. Known for his charisma, signature blond handlebar mustache, bandana and catchphrase “Whatcha gonna do, brother?” Hogan’s popularity went beyond the ring. He starred in the first Wrestle-mania in 1985 and won numerous titles in both WWE and WCW.
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His wrestling identity and pop culture reach helped fuel the success of professional wrestling during its golden age, often referred to as “Hulkamania.” Beyond wrestling, Hogan visibility extended in television and film, including appearances in Rocky III, Suburban Commando and the TV series Thunder in Paradise. He also appeared in the reality series Hogan Knows Best, which offered a glimpse into his family life during the 2000s.
In his final years, Hogan remained active in business and entertainment. In 2024, he launched his own beer company, Real American Beer and co-founded Real American Freestyle, a wrestling initiative aiming to fuse professional wrestling with Olympic-style take downs. Hogan served as the first leader, appearing at events and coaching younger athletes.
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News of his death sent stir through the wrestling community and beyond. Tributes poured in from fans, celebrities and fellow wrestlers. Ric Flair, The Undertaker, Triple H and John Cena were among those who honoured Hogan’s legacy, calling him one of the key figures in the industry’s history. President Donald Trump, a longtime friend and supporter, also offered condolences, calling Hogan a “true patriot and a hero to millions.”
Hogan is mourned by his children, Brooke and Nick and his wife Sky Daily, whom he married in 2023. His death indicates the end of an era in wrestling, a man whose presence, voice and charisma defined a generation of sports entertainment.
