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WWE Hall of Famer and legendary professional wrestler Hulk Hogan (Terry Bollea) has died at the age of 71, according to multiple reports[1][3][5][7][8]. Medics responded to a reported cardiac arrest at Hogan’s Clearwater home early Thursday, July 24, 2025. Several emergency vehicles were present, and Hogan was reportedly carried out on a stretcher and into an ambulance[1]. The incident was confirmed by emergency operators, who stated he died of cardiac arrest[5][8]. This news follows a period of declining health and limited public appearances, with concerns growing over his medical condition in recent weeks[4].

Hogan’s health had been the subject of speculation in recent months. Reports earlier in July noted that he had been hospitalized to address ongoing neck and back injuries, despite rumors of a more severe crisis[2]. His absence from public events and the “hush-hushness” around his condition made wrestling insiders and fans increasingly alarmed about the seriousness of his health situation[4]. Industry commentators mentioned that Hogan had undergone a four-level neck fusion surgery in June, and there were claims of him being in critical condition at that time[4].

Despite his legendary status in the industry, Hogan’s public reception had remained mixed in 2025. At the Netflix Raw premiere earlier in the year, Hogan was loudly booed by the Los Angeles crowd, an unusual occurrence for a figure who was once among the most celebrated in professional wrestling[2].

Hogan was also recently announced as part of the WWE Ultimate Edition toy line in Mattel’s Comic-Con 2025 reveals[6]. In addition, he was scheduled to star in “Real American Freestyle” in Cleveland on August 30, 2025, but ticket sales had been far below expectations, with only 457 seats distributed out of more than 3,800 available—casting doubt over the event’s success[2].

Hulk Hogan’s legacy goes beyond wrestling; he is credited with elevating WWE into global pop culture during the 1980s and 1990s, and he appeared in numerous films, including Rocky III and Mr. Nanny[3]. His passing marks the end of an era for the wrestling world, with tributes and updates expected as this story develops.

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