The mythical fighter Hulk Hogan (Real Name Terry Gene Bollea) He died this Thursday at age 71 after suffering cardiac arrest in his residence in Clearwater, Florida, as his representative has confirmed to the chain NBC.
The wrestling legend, whose career defined an era of sports entertainment, died at dawn after an intervention of medical services that failed to revive him. His death arrives weeks after his wife Sky He denied rumors about his delicate state of health, insisting that his heart was “strong” after routine neck surgery.
The birth of Hulkamania
Hogan, born on August 11, 1953 in Augusta (Georgia), revolutionized the industry of the Wrestling When the WWE turned into a global phenomenon during the 80s. Its unparalleled charisma and its iconic iconic -blonde, mustache, scarled shirt and bracelets – they catapulted it as the hero of millions of fans. He starred eight of the first nine editions of Wrestlemaniaincluding the historic duel against André The Giant in 1987, which attracted 93,000 people to Pontiac Silverdome and consolidated the event as a mass show.
Domain in two decades and expansion to Hollywood
After its golden stage in the WWE, Hogan led the World Championship Wrestling (WCW) in the 90s, where the New World Order (NWO) group, one of the most influential features in history, headed. At the same time, he appeared in cinema and television with films such as Rocky III (1982) and his reality show Hogan Knows Best. His 25 surgeries in the last decade, including hip replacements, knees and shoulders, evidenced the physical wear of their decades in the ring.
Legacy and personal life
Beyond the quadrilateral, Hogan was a very polarizing public character. In recent years, Donald Trump’s presidency openly supported, even participating in campaign events. Leave behind his wife Sky (third marriage), his children Brooke and Nick, and two grandchildren. Its cultural impact remains intact: Wrestling turned into mainstream entertainment, inspired generations of fighters and their shout “Listen to me, brother!” continues to resonate as a symbol of an unrepeatable era.