Hulk Hogan, the legendary icon who catapulted professional wrestling into the national spotlight and became the most lucrative attraction in the history of the sport, tragically passed away on Thursday at the age of 71, according to both Florida police and the WWE.
In the sun-soaked shores of Clearwater, Florida, the authorities swiftly responded to a distress call early Thursday morning regarding a cardiac arrest. Hogan was later pronounced dead at a local hospital, as confirmed in a somber statement released by police on Facebook.
‘No indication of foul play or suspicious activity was found,’ Major Nate Burnside informed reporters solemnly.
A heartfelt message from WWE was posted on X, expressing its grief over the loss of this WWE Hall of Famer.
‘A beacon in pop culture, Hogan was instrumental in propelling WWE to global recognition during the vibrant 1980s. WWE extends its deepest condolences to Hogan’s family, friends, and devoted fans,’ the statement declared.