Staff Reports
Hulk Hogan, the wrestling legend known for his iconic red and yellow outfits, has passed away at 71 years old. Emergency crews rushed to his Florida home early Thursday morning for a reported cardiac arrest. The WWE Hall of Famer was carried out on a stretcher and taken to an ambulance.
Doctors confirmed Hogan suffered complete heart failure. This comes just weeks after his wife denied rumors about his health problems. She had insisted his heart remained strong despite recent surgeries.
Hogan helped turn wrestling into family entertainment. Before him, the sport only reached a small group of fans. His exciting matches drew in children and parents alike.
He made wrestling a worldwide phenomenon. Hogan’s famous “Hulkamania” persona taught kids to say their prayers and eat their veggies. He won the championship title six different times for WWE.
The star battled health issues recently. He had neck surgery in May and faced coma rumors last month. His wife Sky Daily stood by him through these struggles.
WWE released a statement mourning his loss. They called him one of pop culture’s most recognizable faces. Hogan leaves behind his wife and two children.
Hogan married Jennifer McDaniel in 2010. They split just one year later after 11 years of marriage. His current wife Sky was with him until the end.
America lost a true patriot whose strength inspired millions. He showed us real American spirit in that wrestling ring. Hogan’s legacy as a hero for hardworking families will live forever.
