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Hindustan Times
an hour ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Brooke Hogan reveals why she stepped away from her father, Hulk's will
Just days after the death of wrestling legend Hulk Hogan, his daughter Brooke Hogan has a message about their relationship. After Hulk Hogan's passing, Brooke Hogan expresses her enduring love for him, clarifying her will exclusion was a protective choice, not due to family conflict.(AFP) Brooke, now a mother of two, had reportedly asked to be taken out of her father's will back in 2023. TMZ reported this wasn't due to family tension or a falling out, but rather self-protection. Sources close to the Hogan family said Brooke stepped away because 'she didn't trust anyone around him and didn't want to get dragged into a mess over money when the time came.' 'My dad's blood runs through my veins,' Brooke wrote on an Instagram post, before adding, 'His eyes shine through my children. And our bond has never broken, not even in his final moments.' ALSO READ| Hulk Hogan tribute: WWE, Triple H present beautiful video at SmackDown; fans in tears Brooke Hogan reflects on her bond with Hulk Hogan While she has officially been excluded from the inheritance, Brooke is still expected to receive a small amount from a life insurance trust, 'We had a connection deeper than words, one that spanned lifetimes. I am so grateful that I knew the real version of him. Not just the one the world viewed through a carefully curated lens,' Brooke added. 'When he left this earth, it felt like part of my spirit left with him. I felt it before the news even reached us.' Though she didn't attend her father's 2023 wedding to Sky Daily, Brooke clarified there was no dramatic rift. 'My father and I never 'fought.' It was a series of private phone calls no one will ever hear, know or understand.' She explained. 'Everything started getting covered in a thick veil,' she said. 'It was like there was a force field around him that I couldn't get through.' ALSO READ| What did Chelsea Green post about Hulk Hogan? WWE star announces social media exit amid death threats over tribute 'His hugs were my home. Wrapping my arms around him always made me feel like his little girl — even as I grew up,' she said, and added, 'I know he's at peace now, out of pain, and in a place as beautiful as he imagined. He used to speak about this moment with such wonder and hope. Like meeting God was the greatest championship he'd ever have.'
Daily Mail
an hour ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Hulk Hogan's daughter opens up on feud that tore her family apart following father's death
Hulk Hogan 's daughter, Brooke, has opened up on her troubled relationship with the wrestling legend in a candid statement in the wake of his death. The WWE icon died at the age of 71 on Thursday after suffering a cardiac arrest at his home in Clearwater, Florida. Emergency services rushed him to a local hospital but Hogan was ultimately declared dead at the medical facility. His passing came just months after his bitter family feud with his daughter and ex-wife Linda took a deep emotional toll on him. Linda accused the former wrestler of tearing their family apart as she claimed Brooke had cut off both parents over Hogan's actions. However, Brooke, in a heartbreaking and emotional statement, candidly reflected on her relationship with her father, insisting that despite their differences, their bond had never been broken. In a six page social media statement posted on Tuesday she wrote: 'My dad's blood runs through my veins. His eyes shine through my children. And our bond has never broken, not even in his final moments.' Brooke continued: 'We had a connection deeper than words, one that spanned lifetimes. I am so grateful I knew the real version of him. Not just the one the world viewed through a carefully curated lens. We shared a quiet, sacred bond, one that could be seen and felt by anyone who witnessed us together. When he left this earth, it felt like part of my spirit left with him. I felt it before the news even reached us.' In an astonishing video on social media shared in March, Linda first accused her former husband of being a 'complete liar' and 'sex addict'. She also claimed their family is 'in the worst mess' after Brooke cut both parents out of her life. Brooke later retaliated, hitting back at her mom by alleging that her dad was not the only reason behind the family divide, claiming she was 'verbally and mentally abused' during her childhood. Brooke alleged: 'Sadly, it would frequently turn physical. And sometimes it's not by the person you would assume, abuse comes in all shapes and sizes.' After Brooke's stunning response, Linda then took a dramatic U-turn by defending Hogan and branding her daughter a 'narcissist.' Following the star's passing, Brooke said she felt the need to clarify the narrative surrounding their relationship, claiming that she had to 'step away to protect my heart.' She wrote: 'We never had a "big fight." My father and I never "fought." It was a series of private phone calls no one will ever hear, know, or understand.' Brooke continued: 'My father was confiding in me about issues weighing on his heart, both personal and business. I offered to be a life raft in whatever capacity he needed. I told him he had my support. I begged him to rest, to take care of himself. He had nothing else to prove to the world or anyone.' The 37-year-old, who welcomed twins with her husband, former NHL star Steven Oleksy, in January, went on to reveal the real reason behind their rift. Brooke explained that she felt her father begin to pull away as he no long wanted her by his side throughout surgeries and shuttered her out on an emotional level. 'He was telling me these things, being so vulnerable with me and heard my pleas, then suddenly something shifted, and he made a choice to walk the path that clearly tore at his spirit,' she continued. 'I felt a disconnect. What followed were respectful disagreements that took an emotional toll on me.' 'During the last two years, I had to step away to protect my heart. My husband stayed open, quietly reaching out to my dad without me knowing, trying to find a safe way back in for me. After my father passed, I read those messages, some answered, some ignored... but all of them broke my heart.' Even amid their estrangement, Brooke and her husband Steven found a touching way to honor the wrestling icon. The couple included a sweet nod to Hogan in the name of one of their twins, it was revealed last week. Their daughter's full name is Molly Gene Olesky - with the middle name being the same as the late wrestler's. Brooke wrote: 'I know in my heart I did everything I could,' Brooke concluded. 'He knew I would run through a burning building for him. And in many ways, along the path of life, I did. He knows how deeply, how hard and how purely I loved him. I am at peace knowing this. 'All I ever truly wanted from my father was love, honesty, and a deep connection. And for a few special years, I had that-with memories that will last a lifetime. 'My world is forever changed. But I'm deeply blessed with a loving husband and two beautiful children who remind me every day of life's greatest gifts.' Oleksy, who is spent known for his stints with the Washington Capitals and rival Pittsburgh Penguins, married Brooke in 2022 and spoke out about the loss of his father-in-law on Tuesday. Sharing a photo of himself with Brooke and her father, he wrote: 'My wife and I have not released any official statement about the death of my father in law. 'We are grieving and processing privately and ask for the respect to do so. If you see or hear something it did not come from us. There are many disturbing AI videos circulating that do not represent our family, feelings, or opinions. Thank you very much for the love, support, and understanding.' Hulk welcomed Brooke as well as son Nick, 35, with Linda - whom he was married to from 1983 to 2009. He later wed Jennifer McDaniel in 2010 until their divorce in 2021. Two years later, the WWE legend married Sky Daily and the pair remained together until his death. Brooke and her father last spoke nearly two years ago in September 2023 only weeks before he married his third wife Sky. On that call, Brooke expressed love and concern for her father - telling him that he shouldn't be working so hard due to his declining health. Despite her pleas for him to enjoy more of his life, those requests fell on deaf ears. The pair didn't speak again. The outlet also claims that Hogan apologized to Brooke on the call, but it wasn't clear what the apology was for. TMZ also reported this week that Brooke was concerned with what was going on in her father's life and was protective of him. However, their relationship wasn't reparable. Despite multiple attempts from her husband to fix their relationship, including when Brooke almost died in childbirth, Hogan 'responded coldly and never made an effort to meet Brooke's kids,' per TMZ. The outlet added that the wrestler seemingly 'only wanted a relationship with her under his terms.' Back in April, Daily Mail exclusively revealed that Hogan was 'heartbroken' about his ongoing family feud - specifically with Brooke. An inside source said: 'The massive uphill battle might finally be taking place.' The insider continued: 'Hogan is finally hearing and listening to those that have been thrown in different directions by his behavior. He is looking to make up for past bad decisions.' While it's said that Hogan wanted to stay as 'far away from Linda as possible', our source said: 'He's heartbroken that he doesn't have a relationship with his daughter and would love someday to rectify that. 'As this current drama has occurred and all the s*** that he has gone through piles on to itself, he is finally looking to see if he can make amends and help rather than hurt. 'He knows that many will think it is a boy who cried wolf situation, and it will be hard to trust him - but he is looking to do the work.'
Perth Now
3 hours ago
- Automotive
- Perth Now
Vince McMahon involved in car crash
Vince McMahon was involved in a car crash last week. The WWE co-founder was issued a misdemeanour summons for reckless driving and following too closely resulting in an accident after the vehicle he was driving went into the back of another car before hitting a guardrail. The incident happened in Connecticut at around 9am last Thursday (24.07.25) and according to a crash report obtained by TMZ, the 79-year-old businessman was travelling northbound on Route 15 in Westport when his 2024 Bentley ran into the back of a 2023 BMW 430 before hitting a median wooden-beam guardrail. Debris from the collision then flew into the left side of the two-lane road, and a third vehicle, a southbound Ford Fusion then ran into it. The force of the impact was so severe, the airbags were deployed on both Vince's car and the BMW and all three cars had to be towed from the scene. All three drivers were wearing seatbelts and no major injuries were reported, though the guardrail suffered around 30 feet of damage. Photos from the scene of the accident showed the car belonging to Vince - who will appear in court next month - sustained severe damage on both sides near the front wheels, while the driver-side fender was scraped, dented and detached, and glass from a rear tail light was missing. The accident happened the same day that Vince's friend, Hulk Hogan, died at the age of 71, and he later paid tribute to the wrestling legend. He wrote on X: 'The world lost a treasure today. Hulk Hogan was the greatest WWE Superstar of ALL TIME, someone who was loved and admired around the world. "He was a trailblazer, the first performer who transitioned from being a wrestling star into a global phenomenon. "His grit and unbridled thirst for success were unparalleled - and made him the consummate performer. "He gave everything he had to the audience whom he appreciated, respected and loved. 'He leaves us with one of his favorite expressions, 'Train, take your vitamins and say your prayers.' Today, we pray for him.' Vince stepped down as CEO and chairman of WWE in June 2022 amid an investigation over allegations he had paid a former employee $3 million to hide their affair. The investigation ended in November that year, and the following January he was unanimously elected executive chairman of the board. However, he resigned from WWE's parent company, TKO Group Holdings, a year later after he was sued by ex-employee Janel Grant for "physical and emotional abuse, sexual assault and trafficking", allegations which he denied.
The Sun
3 hours ago
- Business
- The Sun
Hulk Hogan threatened with having wages withheld in pool lawsuit & took out $2M mortgage on Florida mansion before death
HULK Hogan took out a massive $2 million mortgage on his Florida mansion, and was threatened with having his wages garnished in a lawsuit in the few years before his death at 71. The U.S. Sun can exclusively reveal that Hogan's finances seemed to be in precarious shape in his final years. 5 5 The iconic WWE star had taken out the massive mortgage in November of 2023 after purchasing the home for $3.3 million in 2012. Hogan's new wife, Sky Daily, whom he had only married the month before, was named on the $2 million 30-year home loan; however, she is listed as a non-borrowing spouse. Hogan promised to pay back the bank, JP Morgan Chase, in full by the year 2053. Florida estate expert and paralegal, June Frederiksen, at the Schofner Law Firm, explained that "this mortgage is under a company which is under his trust." June explained that it seemed the wrestling star was working to protect his assets from possible creditor claims, such as with this outstanding mortgage, in probate court. WAGE GARNISHMENT THREAT Just around the same time in 2023, Hogan, whose real name is Terry Gene Bollea, hired a pool company that took out a permit to install a pool and jacuzzi on the WWE star's Florida property in January. According to county records, the upgrade to the property would add an estimated $77,000 to his total home value. In satellite images of Hogan's Florida estate, which were taken in February of 2023, a work truck can be seen parked outside the part of his property where the pool was set to be installed. By March 31 of 2023, Hogan was dragged into a lawsuit against the pool company by another homeowner, who had alleged the company owed them money for work the pool company didn't complete. As the case rolled out, Hogan was dragged into the court battle because the pool company claimed they were unable to pay the homeowner their money back, as the WWE star sill had an outstanding debt with them that they needed to collect on first. A writ of garnishment was filed against Hogan, and served to him on April 4 of 2023. A notice attached to the writ of garnishment explained, "The writ of Garnishment delivered to you with this notice means that wages, money and other property belonging to you have been garnished to pay a court judgment against you." Hogan, through his attorneys, shot back that he owed the pool company nothing at that time. LENGTHY LITIGATION WITH EX LINDA HOGAN The U.S. Sun can also exclusively reveal that Hogan was still dealing with a prolonged and pricey legal battle with his first wife, Linda Hogan, which had been ongoing since the couple filed for divorce in 2007. The last filing in that legal case was 2024, and the pair had continued to fight over Hogan's brand. In the most recent publicly available filing in that case, from February of 2023, Linda argued that she helped build Hogan's brand and Hulkamania and she should therefore receive a portion of the proceeds from when he makes appearances as Hulk Hogan. In April of 2023, a Supplemental Final Judgement was made in that case, though it is unclear if the judgment favored Hogan or Linda, as the filing was made under seal. As The U.S. Sun previously revealed, Hogan's new wife, Sky, is set to inherit at least 30% of his fortune under Florida law. HULK HOGAN'S ESTATE AND LEGACY Hogan and his third wife, Sky Daily, 49, had been married for just two years, but under Florida law, she is entitled to 30% of his estate, regardless of whether he updated his will or trust before his sudden death at 71. Hogan's estate includes investments, cash accounts, his $11.5 million Clearwater, Florida mansion, and multiple businesses. He had also set up a revocable trust and a personal trust prior to his passing, as The U.S. Sun has learned. Florida estate expert, June Frederiksen, explained that Hogan likely had "very in-depth estate planning." "You set up a trust to protect your assets, so you run everything through the trust," Frederiksen said. The purpose of the trust is to prevent the estate from going to court while determining how assets should be distributed or if creditors can make claims. Even if Sky was not included in Hogan's trusts or if he had not updated them after their marriage, Florida law ensures she would still inherit 30% of his estate through a spousal elective share. "He married Sky two years ago, so he probably updated the trust so she would get a spousal elective share," Frederiksen explained. "Even if Sky was left out of his estate and he didn't update his trust since they married, she would still get a spousal elective share, which she is entitled to 30% in Florida." FAMILY STRAINS Hogan had a strained relationship with his daughter, Brooke Hogan, and the two have been estranged for years. The WWE legend never met his twin grandchildren, Oliver and Molly Gene, who were born in January of this year. If Brooke is excluded from Hogan's will, Frederiksen explained that she could contest it, which would result in a legal battle in probate court. INSIDE HULK'S FORTUNE Hogan's estimated net worth is $25 million, according to Celebrity Networth. As revealed by The U.S. Sun, his assets include his sprawling Clearwater mansion, valued at $11.5 million, and several businesses in Florida. These include Hogan's Beach Shop, which opened in 2013 and remains successful, as well as Hogan's Hangout, a restaurant in Clearwater Beach that is still operating. The wrestling icon also launched Real American Beer last year and appeared in various films beyond his legendary WWE career. HULK HOGAN'S FINAL DAYS Hogan had been dealing with significant health issues in the months leading up to his death. He underwent neck surgery in May, which required a return to the hospital in June due to complications. By mid-year, reports emerged claiming Hogan was unable to feel his legs or walk without a cane. Hulk Hogan tributes Tributes have poured in for Hulk Hogan following his death at 71 years old. "When I nearly lost my dad 8 years ago, one of the few people who was there for all of it was Hulk Hogan. My heart breaks for Nick and Brooke. Rest in peace, brother." - Charlotte Flair "Saddened To Hear About The Passing of Hulk Hogan…I Guess God Needed An Incredible Angel. R.I.P. My Friend." - Sergeant Slaughter "He Was One Of The First To Visit Me When I Was In The Hospital With A 2% Chance Of Living, And He Prayed By My Bedside. Hulk Also Lent Me Money When Reid Was Sick. Hulkster, No One Will Ever Compare To You! Rest In Peace My Friend!" - Ric Flair "WWE is saddened to learn 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." - WWE "R.I.P to a legend. HULK HOGAN." - Donald Trump Jr. "Hulk Hogan was a great American icon. One of the first people I ever truly admired as a kid. The last time I saw him we promised we'd get beers together next time we saw each other. The next time will have to be on the other side, my friend! Rest in peace." - Vice President JD Vance Some rumours suggested he was on his deathbed, though these claims were denied or downplayed by those close to him. On Thursday morning, Hogan suffered cardiac arrest at his $11.5 million Clearwater mansion. Paramedics arrived following a frantic 911 call and spent 30 minutes attempting to revive him. He was transported to the hospital, where he was pronounced dead. HULK'S FAMILY Hogan was married twice before meeting Sky. His first marriage was to Linda Claridge, with whom he shared two children: Brooke, 35, and Nick, 32. The family starred in the reality TV series Hogan Knows Best, which aired from 2005 to 2007. Hogan and Claridge were married for 26 years before divorcing in 2009. The following year, he married makeup artist Jennifer McDaniel, though their marriage ended in divorce in 2021. Hogan later married Sky in a private ceremony in Clearwater, Florida. 5 5 5
The Sun
4 hours ago
- Automotive
- The Sun
Former WWE chief Vince McMahon in ‘horrific, 90mph' car crash ‘at same time' Hulk Hogan died
VINCE MCMAHON has been involved in a car accident that left his Bentley wrecked. The former WWE boss walked away from the crash that fortunately left no one injured. 9 9 9 The accident happened at around 9am on Thursday in Connecticut, US. This is believed to be the same time that wrestling icon Hulk Hogan passed away. A crash report has revealed that the crash happened as McMahon, 79, was driving northbound on Route 15 in Westport. TMZ claim that the car smashed into the back of a BMW before colliding with a guardrail. The black car was left with a lot of damage on the right side of the front as a wheel had been ripped off. It is added that debris from the collision flew into the other lane of the highway. This caused damage to a third vehicle, a Ford, that was driving southbound. The force of the impact on McMahon's Bentley and the BMW was severe enough to force the airbags to deploy. The report has added that all three drivers involved were wearing their seatbelts. The cleanup required all three cars to be towed away and damage to the guardrail was spread over 30 feet. 9 9 9 9 The BMW driver has been confirmed as Barbara Doran, who shared pictures of the crash on Facebook. She claimed that she both cars have been "totalled" and that McMahon was driving at 90mph. She wrote: "Lucky to have survived a horrific car crash on the way up to catch the ferry to Martha's Vineyard last Thursday morning. Both cars totaled. "Vince McMahon, former chair of WWE, hit me going 80-90mph as I drove in the right lane of the narrow Merritt Highway. "I and the dog are mostly fine, but was lucky to have kept control of the car, more or less, as I shot off the road after being catapulted over 100 yards. "The trooper told me afterwards that McMahon saw me last minute and swerved, smashing into my left rear, but that if he had hit me full on, there might've been a very different ending for me. "Amazing that no other cars were hit, and that I got out of the car, hands shaking for a good twenty minutes, but otherwise seemingly unscathed (stiff neck later, etc., and full battery of hospital scans and bloodwork. Time will tell I am told). "Oddly, Hulk Hogan, who made McMahon's fame and fortune, died about the same time as the accident." McMahon will be appearing in court next month, having been issued a misdemeanour summons for reckless driving and following too closely. Later that day, McMahon was mourning the death of Hogan as he led tributes on social media. Hours after the crash, he penned a public statement on the Hall of Famer that was released for fans. It read: "The world lost a treasure today. "Hulk Hogan was the greatest WWE Superstar of ALL TIME, someone who was loved and admired around the world "He was a trailblazer, the first performer who transitioned from being a wrestling star into a global phenomenon. "His grit and unbridled thirst for success were unparalleled - and made him the consummate performer. "He gave everything he had to the audience whom he appreciated, respected and loved." McMahon then closed with Hogan's catchphrase. "He leaves us with one of his favourite expressions, 'Train, take your vitamins and say your prayers.' "Today, we pray for him." 9
