Hulk Hogan Dies at 71 After Heart Attack and Health Issues
Hulk Hogan, the legendary pro wrestling icon, passed away at the age of 71 due to a heart attack, according to officials. The Pinellas County Forensic Science Center confirmed that his death was the result of cardiac arrest, citing a history of atrial fibrillation (AFib), a condition that causes an irregular and rapid heart rate. Additionally, he had a history of chronic lymphocytic leukemia, a cancer that affects white blood cells, according to reports.
The news of Hogan’s death came weeks after he was alleged to be in a health crisis, although his widow, Sky Daily Hogan, initially denied the reports, assuring fans that he was recovering from surgeries and that they were ‘strong.’ However, she later admitted in an emotional social media post that he ‘had been dealing with some health issues,’ expressing her belief that they could overcome them. ‘I had so much faith in his strength. I thought we still had more time,’ Daily Hogan wrote.
Hogan’s legacy in the wrestling world is significant. He became the main babyface of the World Wrestling Federation and spent decades in the business, winning numerous world championships. He was twice inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame, the first time in 2005 and again in 2020 as a member of the New World Order. In 2024, he founded Real American Beer and Real American Freestyle, a wrestling promotion, later expanding his influence in entertainment and sports.
Hogan also made sporadic appearances with the WWE in his later years and made his final appearance in January 2025 in Los Angeles. He was set to join former pro wrestling executive Eric Bischoff in a new venture called Real American Freestyle, aiming to put freestyle wrestling on the map. Additionally, he dipped his toe into politics, stumping for former President Donald Trump at the Republican National Convention and at a Madison Square Garden rally last year.
His death has sparked tributes from across the sports community, with the WWE honoring him on ‘SmackDown!’. The impact of his career on the wrestling industry is undeniable, and his passing marks the end of an era for fans and fellow athletes alike.