- WWE Hall of Famer Hulk Hogan (Terry Bollea) has died at age 71.
- Hogan was transported from his Clearwater Beach home to Morton Plant Hospital after a medical call, where he was pronounced dead.
- The WWE confirmed Hogan’s passing, recognizing his contribution to the organization’s global recognition.
WWE Hall of Fame wrestler Hulk Hogan − also known as Terry Bollea −has died, according to reports by the WWE and the Clearwater (Fla.) Police Department.
Here’s what we know:
Did Hulk Hogan die? Is Terry Bollea dead?
Yes. The WWE issued a statement via X / Twitter on Hulk Hogan’s passing:
“WWE is saddened to learn WWE Hall of Famer Hulk Hogan has passed away,” the statement read. “One of pop culture’s most recognizable figures, Hogan helped WWE achieve global recognition in the 1980s. WWE extends its condolences to Hogan’s family, friends, and fans.”
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How did Hulk Hogan die? What was Hulk Hogan’s cause of death?
A distress call for cardiac arrest was made, according to a Facebook post by the Clearwater (Fla.) Police Department.
The police joined Clearwater Fire Department in response to a medical call at 9:51 a.m. Thursday, July 25, 2025, in the 1000 block of Eldorado Avenue on Clearwater Beach. Hogan was treated and sent to Morton Plant Hospital, where the wrestler was pronounced dead.
Hulk Hogan age: How old was Hulk Hogan when he died?
Hulk Hogan died at the age of 71, according to the Clearwater Police Department.
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