Hulk Hogan death at 70: 'A part of my childhood went with you,' says Arjun Kapoor as WWE & Bollywood pay tribute to wrestling icon
The world of sports entertainment is mourning the loss of one of its biggest legends. Wrestling legend and popular actor Hulk Hogan died at the age of 70 after a heart attack in his Florida house. With his signature handlebar mustache and known for a larger-than-life persona, Hogan was not just a wrestler; he was a pop culture icon.
The rise of Hulk Hogan
Hulk Hogan rose to fame in the 1980s and 90s, becoming one of the most recognised and influential figures in the wrestling world. He played a huge role in bringing professional wrestling into the mainstream, transforming it from a niche sport into a billion-dollar global business. Hogan became a domestic name across generations.
His fame was not limited to the wrestling ring. Hogan made a memorable appearance in Hollywood as Thunderlips in the 1982 classic Rocky III, acting with Sylvester Stallone. This role, although it had a short screen time, had a permanent impact and became one of his best performances outside of wrestling.
Hulk Hogan's debut co-star pens a heartfelt tribute
Following his death, Sylvester Stallone took to Instagram to mourn the loss, writing, "I had the pleasure of meeting this brilliant personality and showman when he was 26 years old. He was absolutely wonderful, and his amazing skill made Rocky III incredibly special. My heart breaks. I think that he's gone…"
Bollywood pays tribute
The heartbreaking news of his passing has not just left Hollywood mourning, but tributes have been pouring in from fans and celebrities alike in India as well. Actor Arjun Kapoor took to his Instagram Stories and wrote, "A part of my childhood went with you, Hulkster. Thank you for the memories."
Varun Dhawan also shared his grief by reposting WWE's tribute, writing, 'You inspired an entire generation, Hulkster. RIP.'
The official WWE Instagram page paid its respects with a heartfelt message: 'WWE is saddened to learn legendary 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.'
Hulk Hogan last post
Hulk Hogan was declared dead after Clearwater Fire & Rescue responded to a cardiac arrest call at his Florida home on Thursday, July 24. The news was confirmed through his last Instagram post that read, "It is with a heavy heart and deep sadness that we confirm we have lost a legend. Our beloved Terry Bollea, known worldwide as Hulk Hogan, passed away today surrounded by his loved ones. At this time of grief, we ask that everyone please respect the privacy of his family and friends. May we all take solace in the wonderful memories he left behind for the millions of fans worldwide whose lives he touched for more than four decades. He will be missed, but never forgotten.'
As fans from all over the world share memories and tributes, the effect of Hulk Hogan is felt beyond the ring. His unmatched energy, iconic personality, and decades of entertainment have marked his place as a legend, which will never be forgotten.
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