Wrestling Icon Hulk Hogan Dies at 71

Pro wrestling legend Hulk Hogan, born Terry Bollea, died at age 71 in Clearwater, Florida, from an acute myocardial infarction (heart attack). Medical reports confirmed that Hogan had been privately battling chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) and atrial fibrillation, conditions not publicly disclosed before his death. Emergency responders were called to his home for cardiac arrest, but he was pronounced dead at the hospital. Hogan's health had declined in recent months, with even close friends and some family members unaware of the extent of his illnesses. Tributes have poured in from the wrestling world and his family, who confirmed he will be cremated and remembered for his immense impact on the sport. Hogan's legacy includes transforming pro wrestling into mainstream entertainment and inspiring millions of fans worldwide.