Legendary pro wrestler Hulk Hogan (born Terrence Gene Bollea) passed away on July 24, 2025, at age 71, after suffering a cardiac arrest at his Clearwater, Florida home. According to the Pinellas County Forensic Science Center, the official cause of death was an acute myocardial infarction—a heart attack.
The newly released cremation summary report also revealed Hogan had been quietly battling chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL)—a slow-progressing blood cancer that had never been made public. The documents further note his history of atrial fibrillation, an irregular heartbeat that increased his cardiac risk.
In the weeks leading up to his death, Hogan was reportedly experiencing fatigue, shortness of breath, and weight loss, requiring oxygen support at home, suggesting rapid deterioration.
What Was Believed Before About Hulk’s Death
Prior to the release of the official documents, various conflicting narratives surrounded Hogan’s health. Initial speculation pointed to complications from his recent neck surgery, with his wife Sky Daily insisting he was in recovery and “doing well.”
Some media outlets had attributed Hogan’s declining condition to lingering effects from decades of intense physical strain and repeated injuries from his wrestling career, including multiple back and hip surgeries. Fans speculated he may have suffered a stroke or neurological damage, based on unconfirmed sources and online chatter.
Additionally, rumors that Hogan was hospitalized in serious condition were firmly denied by his family. These earlier reports painted an incomplete picture—one that left out the undisclosed leukemia diagnosis, now confirmed posthumously.
Family, Fans, and WWE Pay Tribute
Hogan is survived by his children, Nick and Brooke Hogan, and his wife Sky. Brooke shared a heartfelt message on Instagram, expressing love and admiration for her father despite previous estrangement and legal issues—including her public request to be removed from his will.
WWE held a tribute segment during Monday Night Raw, highlighting Hogan’s larger-than-life legacy and his impact on the world of sports entertainment.
