Wrestling Legend Hulk Hogan Passes Away at 71

Terry Bollea, famously known as Hulk Hogan, has passed away at the age of 71. Medics were called to his Clearwater, Florida home for a cardiac arrest. Hogan was taken to the hospital, but unfortunately, he did not survive. This news follows recent rumors about his declining health, which his wife Sky had previously denied.

Hulk Hogan's legacy in professional wrestling is unparalleled. Rising to fame in the 1980s, Hogan became the face of the World Wrestling Federation, embodying the "Hulkamania" era with his distinct persona and catchphrases. He was a central figure in wrestling's integration into mainstream culture, headlining numerous WrestleMania events and becoming a hero to many fans.

In 1996, Hogan redefined his career by joining the World Championship Wrestling as "Hollywood" Hogan, leading the New World Order (nWo). This move was pivotal in the "Monday Night Wars," a period of intense competition between WCW and WWF, marking one of wrestling's most successful eras.

Beyond wrestling, Hogan was a significant pop culture figure, starring in films and television shows, further cementing his place in entertainment history. Inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame twice, Hogan's influence on wrestling and popular culture is profound, making him one of the most recognizable figures worldwide.