WWE star Hulk Hogan has died aged 71.
The wrestling star, born Terry Gene Bollea, was reportedly found in his home in Florida on the morning of Thursday, July 24.
According to TMZ, first responders responded to a call from the property about a "cardiac arrest".
The outlet reported that several paramedic and police vehicles were seen outside of Hogan's home.
WWE is saddened to learn WWE Hall of Famer Hulk Hogan has passed away.
— WWE (@WWE) July 24, 2025
One of pop culture’s most recognizable figures, Hogan helped WWE achieve global recognition in the 1980s.
WWE extends its condolences to Hogan’s family, friends, and fans.
Wrestling star Hulk Hogan dead at 71
Confirming the sad passing of the late wrestling legend, WWE shared the following statement on X, formerly Twitter: "WWE is saddened to learn WWE Hall of Famer Hulk Hogan has passed away.
"One of pop culture’s most recognizable figures, Hogan helped WWE achieve global recognition in the 1980s.
"WWE extends its condolences to Hogan’s family, friends, and fans."
Reacting to the news, a fan of Holgan wrote: "One of the all time greats rest in peace goat."
Another added: "The one the only greatest sporting wrestler of all time. Stronger fitter, braver smarter funnier and more extreme than any wrestler will ever be in our history ."
A third said: "Cannot even process this. Grew up watching this man define wrestling. This week has been the worst. First Ozzy, now Hogan."
One more fan said: "How do you even replace this legend? The face of WWE RIP Hogan.. We will never have another legendary entrance like this."
Hogan debuted in 1977 under the name 'The Super Destroyer' before later taking on Hulk Hogan and rising to fame in the early 1980s.
During his career, he took on the likes of The Rock ,and André the Giant and coined the term 'Hulkamanaia'.
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