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Newsweek
06-08-2025
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
Hulk Hogan's Daughter Brooke Explains Why She Didn't Attend His Funeral
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. As wrestling and entertainment royalty gathered for Hulk Hogan's private funeral on Tuesday, his daughter, Brooke Hogan, was noticeably absent. She has now broken her silence on her decision, explaining that she chose to honor her late father with a private, personal tribute instead of attending the formal service. Hogan's funeral took place in his home city of Clearwater, Florida, on August 5th. In a new Instagram post, Brooke shared her reasons for not being there. A Private Goodbye Brooke Hogan explained that her father "hated the morbidity of funerals" and never wanted one. She felt the most genuine way to honor him was to take her family to the beach, a place he loved dearly. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Brooke Oleksy (@mizzhogan) "Daddy, we honored you in the simplest way that agreed with my soul," she wrote in an emotional post. "We took our babies to the beach, and put them in the same salty waters you loved... Every grain of sand and every wave reminded me of being your beach baby, and brought us closer to you." The post included photos of her with her husband, Steven Oleksy, and their twin children, Molly and Oliver. A Complicated Grief Brooke's decision to grieve separately is the latest chapter in the complex story of her relationship with her father and his public legacy. She has been very open about the fact that she and her father were estranged for the last two years of his life, having last spoken in 2023. This estrangement has clearly complicated her grieving process. More news: WWE Superstar Announces Retirement Match Brooke Hogan and Hulk Hogan during Saturn Presents Sean "P. Diddy" Combs Citizen Change and MTV Choose or Lose Vote or Die Pre-VMA Party at Mansion in Miami, Florida, United States. Brooke Hogan and Hulk Hogan during Saturn Presents Sean "P. Diddy" Combs Citizen Change and MTV Choose or Lose Vote or Die Pre-VMA Party at Mansion in Miami, Florida, United States. Shareif Ziyadat/FilmMagic/Getty Images She previously claimed that she was not invited by WWE to participate in their televised tributes on Raw and SmackDown. Earlier this week, on the Bubba the Love Sponge Show, she also made the shocking revelation that she had asked to be removed from her father's will, citing fears of a potential legal battle with his third wife, Sky Daily, and her own mother, Linda Hogan. A Star-Studded Memorial The private funeral service that Brooke did not attend was a star-studded affair. It was held at the Indian Rocks Baptist Church and was attended by WWE executives Vince McMahon and Triple H, as well as legends like Ric Flair. Celebrities like Kid Rock were also there to pay their respects, alongside Hogan's wife, Sky Daily, and his ex-wife, Linda. More WWE News: For more on WWE, head to Newsweek Sports.
Newsweek
30-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
Brooke Hogan Calls Out WWE Following Hulk Hogan's Passing
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Brooke Hogan is speaking out again following the passing of her father, Hulk Hogan, and this time she is addressing fan criticism about her absence from WWE's televised tributes. In a direct social media post on Wednesday, she made the surprising claim that she was never invited to the events. The statement was a response to fans who were questioning why she was not present for the shows that honored her father's legacy. Hulk Hogan passed away on July 24 at the age of 71. "WWE Did Not Extend An Invite" In a post to her Instagram Story, Brooke Hogan aimed to shut down the speculation surrounding her noticeable absence from the tribute segments on Raw and SmackDown. She stated that her lack of attendance was not her choice. "For those of you giving me crap for not attending my Dad's tributes, @wwe did not extend an invite," she wrote. Brooke Hogan says she was not invited to RAW for the tribute to her Dad. — FADE (@FadeAwayMedia) July 30, 2025 A Family's Grief In The Public Eye The Hogan family has lived in the public eye for decades, most notably during their hit VH1 reality show, Hogan Knows Best. This has led to intense fan scrutiny of their every move, especially during this difficult time of grieving. Brooke's statement is a direct response to that public pressure. Brooke Hogan and Hulk Hogan during Saturn Presents Sean "P. Diddy" Combs Citizen Change and MTV Choose or Lose Vote or Die Pre-VMA Party at Mansion in Miami, Florida, United States. Brooke Hogan and Hulk Hogan during Saturn Presents Sean "P. Diddy" Combs Citizen Change and MTV Choose or Lose Vote or Die Pre-VMA Party at Mansion in Miami, Florida, United States. Shareif Ziyadat/FilmMagic/Getty Images The claim has raised more questions than answers. It is particularly puzzling given that her brother, Nick Hogan, was in attendance at the July 28th edition of WWE Raw in Detroit and was shown on camera. This detail makes the alleged snub of Brooke seem unusual. More news: WWE Superstar Announces Retirement Match A History With The Company Brooke Hogan is no stranger to the WWE environment. In 2006, she was part of a major on-screen storyline with her father, which saw her get physically involved in his feud with Randy Orton. Her history as a character on their programming makes her a familiar face to the WWE Universe, adding another layer of confusion as to why she would not be included in the company's official tributes. This is the second time in a week that Brooke has felt the need to "clear the narrative." She previously released a long, emotional statement about her complicated but loving relationship with her father. WWE has not yet publicly responded to her claim. More WWE News: For more on WWE, head to Newsweek Sports
