A legend whose strength, heart, and charisma inspired millions. Rest in power, brother.

Born Terry Gene Bollea on August 11, 1953, in Augusta, Georgia, he rose from regional wrestling circuits in the late 1970s to become Hulk Hogan, the unmistakable face of the 1980s wrestling boom. Standing at 6′7″ with a golden horseshoe mustache and boundless charisma, Hogan headlined eight of the first nine WrestleManias under the WWF banner, capturing six world titles and igniting “Hulkamania” across the globe.

Beyond the ring, he broke into pop culture through movies like Rocky III, family TV (Hogan Knows Best), and high-profile endorsements, becoming more than an athlete but a bona fide cultural icon. His career had its ups and downs, including his celebrated transition to WCW’s nWo in the mid-1990s and a controversial hiatus after 2015, yet his redemption and Hall of Fame returns in 2020 reaffirmed his enduring legacy.

On July 24, 2025, Hogan tragically passed away at 71 in his home in Clearwater, Florida, due to a cardiac arrest following recent neck surgery. Paramedics were called early that morning, but he could not be revived—his wife Sky had recently stated he was recovering, calling his heart “strong”.

Hulk Hogan's impact transcended sport—he was a hero to a generation, a showman who bridged wrestling and mainstream entertainment, and a larger-than-life personality who brought smiles, cheers, and pride both inside and outside the ring. He will be deeply missed, but his roar shall forever echo in the hearts of Hulkamaniacs everywhere.