🔔 Hulk Hogan, WWE’s First Global Superstar, Passes Away at 71

 

Legendary wrestling icon Terry “Hulk Hogan” Bollea, a six‑time WWE Champion and two‑time Hall of Famer, has died at 71 from cardiac arrest at his Clearwater, Florida home. Hogan’s electrifying presence led the first WrestleMania in 1985 and helped catapult WWE into a worldwide phenomenon during the 1980s—his “Hulkamania” character with bandana, handlebar mustache, and “24‑inch pythons” became a cultural staple .

WWE confirmed his passing in a statement, calling him “one of pop culture’s most recognizable figures” and extending condolences to his family, friends, and legions of fans . Beyond the ring, Hogan starred in movies like Rocky III, hosted the reality show Hogan Knows Best, and remained in the spotlight through activism and political endorsements . He is survived by his wife Sky and his children, Brooke and Nick .