The world of professional wrestling has lost one of its great icons, as has the world of entertainment. Terry Gene, known worldwide as Hulk Hogan, has died at the age of 71, and the news has been confirmed by the American portal TMZ Sports. Sources consulted have indicated that the former wrestler lost his life at his home in Clearwater, Florida, after suffering a heart attack.
Although he was rushed to a local hospital, doctors couldn't save his life. The death has caused great shock. Numerous fans and colleagues from the wrestling world have expressed their sorrow.
Hogan was born in Augusta, Georgia, in 1953. However, he grew up in Florida, where he developed an early passion for baseball, music, and wrestling.
Hulk Hogan has lived a very intense life before wrestling for WWE
In 1976, while he was still playing bass in a band, he was discovered by wrestling legend Jack. Impressed by his physique, they recommended his entry into a professional training program.
After several years of ups and downs in the United States and Japan, Hogan achieved fame in 1984, and that year he won the WWF Championship and started the so-called Hulkamania. It was a golden era that brought American wrestling to international audiences. In countries like Spain, his image has been unforgettable: red jersey, bandana, blond mustache, and iconic phrases.
During the 1990s, his career underwent a transformation. After signing with WCW, he left behind the positive hero to become a villain. With Kevin Nash and Scott Hall, he founded the group New World Order (nWo). This new facet revitalized wrestling during a time of decline.
Hulk Hogan didn't have good health
Hogan's health has been a cause for concern in recent months. At the end of May, he underwent neck surgery. At the beginning of July, TMZ reported that he was "in his final days." His wife, Sky, denied the rumors and even denied that he was in a coma.
In mid-2023, Hulk Hogan confessed to having suffered from chronic pain and addiction to painkillers and revealed that he has undergone surgery more than 25 times. Hulk Hogan has had operations on his back, knee, hip, shoulder, and face. Even so, he has kept going.
Today, the world bids him farewell with sadness. Hulk Hogan has left an indelible mark and will be remembered both by his family and by his thousands of followers.