More Details on Hulk Hogan's Death Revealed

On Friday, new medical reports revealed further details about the death of global wrestling legend and reality TV star Hulk Hogan, who passed away last week at the age of 71.

According to documents reviewed by the Los Angeles Times, Hogan died from an acute myocardial infarction (heart attack). 

The Clearwater Police Department in Florida confirmed it had responded to a cardiac arrest call on the morning of July 24, after which Hogan was transported to the hospital, where he was later pronounced dead.

The report also noted that Hogan had been suffering from atrial fibrillation as well as chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL)—a type of cancer that affects the blood and bone marrow. Authorities confirmed he had received formal approval for cremation.

Hogan rose to superstardom in the 1980s after signing with WWE, becoming not just a wrestling icon but a pop culture phenomenon. His legacy extended to film and television, with notable appearances in The A-Team, Walker, Texas Ranger, and his hit reality series Hogan Knows Best.

In later years, Hogan became a political figure, emerging as a vocal supporter of the US President Donald Trump. 

He delivered a headline-making speech at the 2024 Republican National Convention.

Trump mourned the loss on his social media platform, writing: “Today we lost a great friend... The Hulkster was strong, brave, and brilliant—but also had a big heart. His cultural impact will remain immense.” WWE, US Vice President J.D. Vance, and several veteran wrestlers also paid tribute.

Hogan’s children, Nick and Brooke, shared heartfelt messages. Nick called him “the best father and friend in the world,” while Brooke wrote, “My bond with my father never broke—even in his final moments. He believed meeting God would be the greatest championship of all.”