Hulk Hogan Dies at 71 After Cardiac Arrest

Hulk Hogan, born Terry Bollea, died at age 71 from cardiac arrest at his Florida home, surrounded by family. Hogan was a transformative wrestling figure whose 'Hulkamania' persona helped popularize the sport in the 1980s and 90s, but his legacy was complicated by scandals and polarizing political endorsements. His final major public appearance was a headline speech at the 2024 Republican National Convention, where he unveiled a Trump-Vance shirt and invoked 'Trumpmania,' just days after an assassination attempt on Donald Trump. This high-profile endorsement solidified Hogan's alignment with Trump and contributed to a mixed reception from fans, including boos at his last WWE RAW appearance. While his contributions to wrestling and pop culture were widely recognized, his final years were shaped by public criticism and divided opinions. Tributes following his death came from both political and sports communities, acknowledging his complex legacy.