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The Advertiser
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Advertiser
Hulk Hogan's ex-best friend blasts late wrestler's wife
Hulk Hogan's former best friend has blasted the late wrestler's wife and friends following his death. The 71-year-old wrestling icon passed away in Florida on Thursday after paramedics were called to his home for a medical emergency. Hulk's former friend, Bubba the Love Sponge, has claimed Hogan's wife Sky Daily and some of his other friends hid the truth about his health issues. Bubba – who fell out with Hogan after a sex tape between Hogan and Bubba's then wife Heather was leaked in 2012 – said on his eponymous radio show: "I can't take away from what I've already said, and what I've already correctly predicted. But I am officially the guy that was the only one telling the truth about Hogan's physical condition. "And that has caused some people to say, 'You know what, Bubba was right.' - No, I wish to God I wasn't right, because being right means we have a dead Hulk Hogan. "I don't know if my telling the truth would be such a big deal if the people like his wife (Sky Daily), Brian Blair, Jimmy Hart, Eric Bischoff, Missy Beefcake and all the other keyboard tough guys were (calling me out). Since mid-June, Bubba had been reporting that the late star was seriously ill and had spent six weeks in the ICU. A representative for Hogan, along with Bischoff and Daily, denied Bubba's report. Hogan had been in and out of hospital in the months before his death. In June, he underwent a four-level Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion – a complex neck surgery. Sky told fans on Instagram at the time he was recovering from the "intense surgery with a long and layered healing process". She said the operation had also affected his vocal cords and required breathing and feeding tubes. Sky added: "He's healing and we're taking it one day at a time with love, strength, and patience." Speaking about his regret over their rift, Bubba told TMZ: "I'm heartbroken to hear of Terry's passing. As everyone knows we had our issues and those issues were mostly my fault. I loved him as a friend while he was with us, and will continue to love his memory as a friend going forward." Hulk Hogan's former best friend has blasted the late wrestler's wife and friends following his death. The 71-year-old wrestling icon passed away in Florida on Thursday after paramedics were called to his home for a medical emergency. Hulk's former friend, Bubba the Love Sponge, has claimed Hogan's wife Sky Daily and some of his other friends hid the truth about his health issues. Bubba – who fell out with Hogan after a sex tape between Hogan and Bubba's then wife Heather was leaked in 2012 – said on his eponymous radio show: "I can't take away from what I've already said, and what I've already correctly predicted. But I am officially the guy that was the only one telling the truth about Hogan's physical condition. "And that has caused some people to say, 'You know what, Bubba was right.' - No, I wish to God I wasn't right, because being right means we have a dead Hulk Hogan. "I don't know if my telling the truth would be such a big deal if the people like his wife (Sky Daily), Brian Blair, Jimmy Hart, Eric Bischoff, Missy Beefcake and all the other keyboard tough guys were (calling me out). Since mid-June, Bubba had been reporting that the late star was seriously ill and had spent six weeks in the ICU. A representative for Hogan, along with Bischoff and Daily, denied Bubba's report. Hogan had been in and out of hospital in the months before his death. In June, he underwent a four-level Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion – a complex neck surgery. Sky told fans on Instagram at the time he was recovering from the "intense surgery with a long and layered healing process". She said the operation had also affected his vocal cords and required breathing and feeding tubes. Sky added: "He's healing and we're taking it one day at a time with love, strength, and patience." Speaking about his regret over their rift, Bubba told TMZ: "I'm heartbroken to hear of Terry's passing. As everyone knows we had our issues and those issues were mostly my fault. I loved him as a friend while he was with us, and will continue to love his memory as a friend going forward." Hulk Hogan's former best friend has blasted the late wrestler's wife and friends following his death. The 71-year-old wrestling icon passed away in Florida on Thursday after paramedics were called to his home for a medical emergency. Hulk's former friend, Bubba the Love Sponge, has claimed Hogan's wife Sky Daily and some of his other friends hid the truth about his health issues. Bubba – who fell out with Hogan after a sex tape between Hogan and Bubba's then wife Heather was leaked in 2012 – said on his eponymous radio show: "I can't take away from what I've already said, and what I've already correctly predicted. But I am officially the guy that was the only one telling the truth about Hogan's physical condition. "And that has caused some people to say, 'You know what, Bubba was right.' - No, I wish to God I wasn't right, because being right means we have a dead Hulk Hogan. "I don't know if my telling the truth would be such a big deal if the people like his wife (Sky Daily), Brian Blair, Jimmy Hart, Eric Bischoff, Missy Beefcake and all the other keyboard tough guys were (calling me out). Since mid-June, Bubba had been reporting that the late star was seriously ill and had spent six weeks in the ICU. A representative for Hogan, along with Bischoff and Daily, denied Bubba's report. Hogan had been in and out of hospital in the months before his death. In June, he underwent a four-level Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion – a complex neck surgery. Sky told fans on Instagram at the time he was recovering from the "intense surgery with a long and layered healing process". She said the operation had also affected his vocal cords and required breathing and feeding tubes. Sky added: "He's healing and we're taking it one day at a time with love, strength, and patience." Speaking about his regret over their rift, Bubba told TMZ: "I'm heartbroken to hear of Terry's passing. As everyone knows we had our issues and those issues were mostly my fault. I loved him as a friend while he was with us, and will continue to love his memory as a friend going forward."
Daily Record
5 days ago
- Health
- Daily Record
Police investigating Hulk Hogan's death after 911 call released
The WWE star collapsed at his home in Florida. A medical investigation into the death of wrestling legend Hulk Hogan has been launched by police in Florida. The star, real name Terry Bollea, died in a Florida hospital on Thursday morning after paramedics rushed to his home following a 911 call. The medical team spent more than an hour battling to save his life - and now police have confirmed no foul play is suspected but they will be reviewing what happened, calling it a "standard" procedure, according to the Mirror. During a press conference on Thursday, Major Nate Burnside of the Clearwater Police Department said: "The Clearwater Police Department is conducting a medical investigation, which is standard in these types of cases. There are no signs of foul play or suspicious activity related to this call for service at this time." He also added more details about the emergency call, saying: "Just before 10 AM, Clearwater Police Department responded to a house in the 1000 block of El Dorado Avenue for a medical related call. "It was discovered at that time that Terry Bollea, also known as Hulk Hogan, was experiencing a serious medical related issue. Personnel provided medical treatment at that time and transported Mr. Bollea to Morton Plant Hospital, where he died at 11:17 AM." Shortly after the tragedy, WWE released a statement announcing the news, reading: "WWE is saddened to learn 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." In the 911 call, which was obtained by TMZ shortly after news of Hogan's death, operators could be heard dispatching paramedics to the scene as they raced to attend the star. Hogan had been reported to be in ill health since having an adverse reaction to cervical surgery on his neck in June. His former manager and long-time friend Jimmy Hart had revealed the wrestling star was unable to talk and he had been moved from his bed at Morton Plant to his home for his recuperation. In February 2023, Hogan was pictured walking with a cane and a month earlier, fellow wrestler Kurt Angle, 55, said the WWE veteran had lost all feeling in his legs after surgery. Speaking on The Kurt Angle Show, Kurt said: 'He had the nerves cut from his lower body. He can't feel his lower body. So (he) uses his cane to walk around.' He added: 'I thought he was using the cane because he had pain in his back. He doesn't have any pain. He has nothing at all. He can't feel anything.' Hogan's representative denied the claim at the time, telling Entertainment Tonight: 'Everything is OK with him. Hulk is someone with a lot of humour.' Hogan had been in and out of hospital in the months before his death. In June, he underwent a four-level Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion – a complex neck surgery. His wife, 45-year-old Sky Daily, told fans on Instagram at the time he was recovering from the 'intense surgery with a long and layered healing process'. Sky said the operation had also affected his vocal cords and required breathing and feeding tubes. Sky added: 'He's healing and we're taking it one day at a time with love, strength, and patience." Rumours had spread on social media suggesting Hogan was in a coma, which Daily denied. 'No, he's definitely not in a coma!' she said, according to PennLive. She added: 'His heart is strong, and there was never any lack of oxygen or brain damage.' Two days before Hulk's death, his longtime manager, 81-year-old Jimmy, wrote on X: 'Hulk is doing great, doing phenomenal!' Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'exit group'.
Indian Express
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Hulk Hogan ‘ignored' estranged daughter Brooke's last wish that might've saved his life; strained bond took emotional toll
WWE legend Hulk Hogan's sudden demise at 71 has sent shockwaves through the wrestling world and entertainment industry. Now, new reports claim that Hogan, already dealing with serious health problems, had been facing emotional stress over his strained relationship with his eldest daughter. Brooke, though heartbroken, is thankful she got to pour her heart out in his final days. But what's left fans devastated is the revelation of their last conversation, where the WWE star dismissed his daughter's final plea. Also read: Hulk Hogan Death Live Updates: Jake Paul, Varun Dhawan, JD Vance, Kane, Triple H, Donald Trump mourn demise of WWE legend Hulk and Brooke had stopped speaking since September 2023, when the 37-year-old skipped his wedding to Sky Daily. Their last conversation, though, gave Brooke a chance to tell her dad how much she loved him, just two weeks before his death. A source close to the family told PageSix, 'He was very proud of her, she was his little girl,' adding, 'We still can't believe he's gone.' Brooke never publicly addressed what exactly caused the rift, but reports suggest Hulk genuinely believed they'd eventually patch things up. Another insider told Daily Mail, 'There was a little strain with his daughter and their relationship that had taken quite the emotional toll, but he always thought he'd be able to fix it.' From Brooke's side, she had made several attempts to mend things. Even her husband, Steven Oleksy, tried stepping in, but it never really worked. Turns out, during their final call, Brooke had urged him to slow down in his career, focus on his health, and step back from the spotlight for a while, especially with the serious illness he was battling. But the wrestling icon ignored her advice, offering only a vague apology. Still, Brooke got to say what mattered, one last 'I love you.' According to reports, she learned about his passing through her brother, Nick. Hulk Hogan died on July 24, Thursday. As per reports, he was found dead at his Clearwater, Fla., home late that morning. Paramedics on-site ruled it as cardiac arrest. 'Unfortunately, we must confirm that Terry Bollea, aka Hulk Hogan, passed away this morning,' his rep said in a statement. 'We are heartbroken. He was such a great human being and friend.' Tributes poured in across the board—from Hollywood and politics to the wrestling ring. Everyone from President Donald Trump to VP JD Vance, The Miz, Jake Paul, and more shared their grief. His death came just days after surgery rumours started swirling, which his wife had shut down. 'His heart is strong, and there was never any lack of oxygen or brain damage. None of those rumours are true,' she said. But she did confirm, 'He's been recovering from a major four-level Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion (ACDF), which is an intense surgery with a long and layered healing process.'
Perth Now
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Perth Now
Hulk Hogan's ex-wife Linda Hogan gushed about sharing ‘good old days' with him days before his death
Hulk Hogan's ex-wife Linda Hogan gushed about sharing 'good old days' with the wrestling icon days before his death. Her post has come to light after Hulk passed away aged 71 on Thursday (24.07.25) morning following a cardiac arrest at his home in Clearwater, Florida. Linda shared a nostalgic photo of her with Hulk on Instagram and captioned it: 'The good old days.' Her throwback snap, taken by a photography agency, showed her gazing at Hogan while dressed in a black costume at a 1996 convention. Hulk, real name Terry Bollea, was pronounced dead at Morton Plant Hospital after emergency services were called at 9.51am and he was treated by fire crews. Linda Hogan, 65, was married to the wrestling star for over two decades before the couple divorced in 2009. The pair were familiar to fans through the VH1 reality show Hogan Knows Best, which aired from 2005 to 2007. Linda and Hulk had two children together – Brooke and Nick – after marrying in 1983 at a ceremony attended by fellow wrestling figures Andre the Giant and Vince McMahon. Despite having previously criticised Hogan in the media, calling him a 'complete liar' and 'sex addict' in a video posted in March, Linda later acknowledged Hulk had been 'a good father'. In recent years, Hulk had faced several health issues, including chronic back and neck pain. Last month, he underwent a four-level Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion, a major spinal surgery. His wife Sky Daily, 45, a yoga instructor whom he married in 2022, addressed false reports at the time Hulk was in a coma. She said: 'His heart is strong, and there was never any lack of oxygen or brain damage. None of those rumors are true.' Writing on Instagram, Sky added: 'He's been recovering from a major four-level Anterior Cervical Discectomy and (Fusion), which is an intense surgery with a long and layered healing process. If you look it up, you'll see what the last six weeks have involved… not just for his spine, but also for his vocal cords, and the eating/breathing tubes that are clamped over during surgery. 'He's healing and we're taking it one day at a time with love, strength, and patience.' Days before Hulk's death, Jimmy Hart, the wrestler's former close friend and ex-manager, posted a health update on X, writing: 'Hulk is doing great, doing phenomenal!' According to police and hospital documents, Hulk had been in and out of medical care for some time prior to his death, which came after a prolonged period of health complications linked to his years of physical exertion in professional wrestling.
