Varun Dhawan Pays Tribute To Wrestling Icon Hulk Hogan: ‘You Inspired An Entire Generation'
Wrestling legend Hulk Hogan passed away at the age of 71 after suffering a cardiac arrest.
Professional wrestling icon Terry Gene Bollea, better known by his ring name, Hulk Hogan, passed away at the age of 71. He reportedly died after suffering a cardiac arrest. Widely credited with revolutionising professional wrestling, Hogan transformed the sport into a global spectacle and became a cultural phenomenon. His death marks the end of an era for fans who grew up watching him transform wrestling into a worldwide spectacle.
Among those mourning his loss is Bollywood actor Varun Dhawan. After the news of Hulk Hogan's death surfaced, he shared a post on his Instagram Stories on Thursday, July 24, originally posted by WWE, and paid tribute to the legendary wrestler.
'You inspired an entire generation, Hulkster RIP," wrote Varun Dhawan.
WWE Pays Tribute To Hulk Hogan
The official WWE Instagram page shared a tribute to the wrestling icon. They posted a picture of Hulk Hogan with his 'Hulkmania' cap and his usual intense look. Alongside it, they wrote, 'WWE is saddened to learn legendary WWE Hall of Famer Hulk Hogan has passed away. One of pop culture's most recognisable figures, Hogan helped WWE achieve global recognition in the 1980s. WWE extends its condolences to Hogan's family, friends, and fans."
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All About Hulk Hogan
Hulk Hogan became one of the biggest names in professional wrestling during the 1980s and early 1990s. He transformed WWE (then WWF) into a global spectacle with his trademark moustache, yellow bandanas and catchphrases like 'Whatcha gonna do when Hulkamania runs wild on you?"
The six-time WWE champion also starred in TV shows, films and advertisements that further cemented his celebrity status. His theatrics and charisma earned him millions of fans across generations.
In 1996, the wrestling icon shocked the world by turning his good-guy personality into the villainous 'Hollywood Hogan", thus forming the iconic wrestling faction, the New World Order (NWO) in WCW (World Championship Wrestling). He was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame in 2005, but in 2015, the WWE terminated his contract after a tape emerged of him using a racist slur. In 2020, he was back in the WWE Hall of Fame, this time as a member of the NWO, alongside wrestling legends Kevin Nash and Scott Hall.
On July 24, TMZ Sports reported that the legendary wrestler passed away at his Florida Home. Emergency responders were dispatched to his home after a 911 call after a suspected cardiac arrest. After they arrived at his home, the first responders did their best to revive him. Police have stated that there were 'no signs of foul play or suspicious activity" involved.
Just a few weeks back, his wife, Sky Daily, denied rumours that he was in a coma, stating that he is healthy and was recovering from a series of surgeries.
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July 25, 2025, 08:04 IST
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