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Yahoo
31-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Hulk Hogan's New Bar Shares Update on Grand Opening Plans After His Death
Hulk Hogan's New Bar Shares Update on Grand Opening Plans After His Death originally appeared on Parade. The developers behind an upcoming sports bar described as 's "dream" are sharing insight into the plans for its grand opening following the news of the WWE legend's sudden death. As Parade reported last week, Hogan died at the age of 71 after apparently suffering a cardiac arrest at his home in Clearwater, Fla., on Thursday, July 24. While the globe mourns the loss of the retired wrestling star, a partner from Hogan's new Manhattan-based sports bar, SLAM, shared a touching tribute and a silver-lining update regarding the business' plans to open. On Monday, the team behind Hulk Hogan's SLAM Sports Bar announced that the highly anticipated venue "will open as planned this fall," and "not just as a bar, but as a living tribute to the man who defined sports entertainment." Related: The developers recalled how "from the very beginning, Hulk poured his heart into this project" and how "he shaped the spirit of what SLAM was meant to be, a place where fans from around the world could gather at the very corner where his legend began, to celebrate his legacy and the unforgettable moments that defined his career." "I made a promise to Hulk that we'd bring this dream to life. That promise remains unshakable," Rich Rosen, president and CEO of American Sports Bar Entertainment, shared in a statement, noting the sports bar will open as planned and "as a living tribute to Hulk Hogan, right across from Madison Square Garden, the place he called home." "Hulk Hogan wasn't just a partner. He was a dear friend and a legend whose impact on sports and entertainment is immeasurable," the exec added, calling SLAM "the greatest sports entertainment venue New York has ever seen." "This is for Hulk," Rosen continued, "and for every person whose life was touched by the power of Hulkamania." SLAM will be located directly across from Madison Square Garden, also known as "the sacred arena where Hulkamania was born." Other official opening day details have not yet been announced, but the company advises fans to follow the bar on Instagram for the latest updates. Next: Hulk Hogan's New Bar Shares Update on Grand Opening Plans After His Death first appeared on Parade on Jul 28, 2025 This story was originally reported by Parade on Jul 28, 2025, where it first appeared.
Yahoo
29-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
HULK HOGAN'S SLAM SPORTS BAR TO OPEN AS A TRIBUTE TO LATE WRESTLING ICON
NEW YORK, July 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The world is mourning the loss of Hulk Hogan, the wrestling icon, pop culture legend, and true American hero whose impact transcended generations. As fans across the globe reflect on his towering legacy, the team behind Hulk Hogan's SLAM Sports Bar has announced that the highly anticipated venue will open as planned this fall. Not just as a bar, but as a living tribute to the man who defined sports entertainment. Hulk Hogan's final business venture, SLAM, was born from his vision to create a destination where fans could celebrate the unforgettable moments that defined his career and the many sports legends who followed. Located directly across from Madison Square Garden, the sacred arena where Hulkamania was born, SLAM will now open its doors in his honor. "Hulk Hogan wasn't just a partner. He was a dear friend and a legend whose impact on sports and entertainment is immeasurable," said Rich Rosen, President and CEO of American Sports Bar Entertainment, the developer behind the project. "From the very beginning, Hulk poured his heart into this project. He shaped the spirit of what SLAM was meant to be, a place where fans from around the world could gather at the very corner where his legend began, to celebrate his legacy and the unforgettable moments that defined his career. I made a promise to Hulk that we'd bring this dream to life. That promise remains unshakable. SLAM will open its doors as a living tribute to Hulk Hogan, right across from Madison Square Garden, the place he called home. It will be the greatest sports entertainment venue New York has ever seen. This is for Hulk, and for every person whose life was touched by the power of Hulkamania." Madison Square Garden held a special place in Hogan's heart. He won his first championship there, headlined the first WrestleMania there, and proudly declared, "I spent 40 years of my life in that building tearing that place down." Hogan's deep connection to MSG and to his fans inspired SLAM, where his legacy will be celebrated daily. As the world says goodbye to Hulk Hogan, SLAM stands as a promise kept. A new home for Hulkamania and a place where the legend lives on. Official opening details will be announced soon. For updates, follow @hulkhogansslamsportsbar on Instagram or visit to be the first to reserve your seat at the most electrifying launch of the year. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE American Sports Bar Entertainment
CBS News
24-07-2025
- Business
- CBS News
Miami moves toward selling historic Olympia Theater to SLAM Charter School Network co-founded by Pitbull
The Miami City Commission voted unanimously Thursday to allow the city manager to begin negotiating the sale of the historic Olympia Theater to the SLAM network of charter schools, co-founded by musician and entrepreneur Pitbull. The proposed sale, which would transfer the deed for $10, comes with strong community opinions both for and against the deal. "Over the course of the last three weeks we've been having public meetings and it's been great to see today a lot of support from people who came to the first meeting and were initially skeptical," said Millie Sanchez, SLAM! Foundation chief administrative officer. SLAM's plan would convert the 10-story tower behind the theater into classrooms. The theater itself would remain a performance venue, offering at least 180 days of community programming such as concerts, civic events and a return of the Miami Film Festival. SLAM representatives emphasized that the venue would not become "just another school auditorium." "We want a school there. We don't want some hotelier there that's going to pocket money from the theater. We want to make sure that it's a civic philanthropy," said Timothy Barket, attorney for the Gusman family, which originally donated the building to the city in 1975. The family is currently suing to reclaim the property but supports the SLAM proposal and says the deal would resolve the lawsuit. Despite the commission's unanimous vote to move forward with negotiations, some city commissioners requested stronger terms in the contract, including an updated appraisal and formal partnerships with Miami Dade College. Those against the sale said they have concerns about the historical preservation of the iconic Miami landmark and said the process hasn't been transparent and has been rushed. "I think we should give it the time that it deserves to really review the details because the devil is in the details," said Denise Galvez Turros, former City of Miami historic preservation board member. "We have been slighted before in all these other deals when we give away our public institutions and parks, and so of course there's huge distrust when it comes to our city manager." "The Olympia Theater belongs to us; it belongs to the residents of the City of Miami," said Jessica Johnson. The city commission will recess for August. A final vote on the proposed sale is expected in September. The estimated cost to restore the theater exceeds $50 million.
USA Today
22-07-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
‘Attack of the Clones': Amen, Ausar Thompson land SLAM Magazine cover
For SLAM's July 2025 issue, with an 'Attack of the Clones' tag, Amen Thompson and his twin brother — Detroit's Ausar Thompson — are the cover story. The Rockets were one of the NBA's feel-good stories during the 2024-25 campaign. Two years after finishing in last place in the Western Conference, Houston went 52-30 and finished at No. 2 in the West last season. That type of successful rebuilding project earned the Rockets a cover spot on SLAM Magazine for the February/March 2025 print issue. Alperen Sengun, Jalen Green, Fred VanVleet, and Dillon Brooks were featured. One player who wasn't prominently displayed was rising star Amen Thompson, who was arguably Houston's most valuable player last season. But that might have been due to a different theme being in the works. This July, with an 'Attack of the Clones' headline, Thompson and his twin brother — Ausar Thompson of the Detroit Pistons — are on the SLAM cover. Each was selected among the top-five picks in the 2023 NBA draft, which makes 2025-26 a potential breakout year as each enters his third professional season. Each is already an elite defensive player. For Houston's twin, given the recent arrival of All-Star forward Kevin Durant, he's likely to be in the national and global spotlight once the new season begins in October. So, in that sense, it's only fitting that he draws a cover story in SLAM's first issue since the blockbuster trade became official. SLAM's complete feature on the Thompson twins can be read here. Topics include their childhood upbringing, tales of elite work ethic, and their unique relationship with each other. More: Amen Thompson shares elite work ethic with new Rockets star Kevin Durant
Axios
22-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Axios
Miami to vote on transferring Olympia Theater to Pitbull-founded SLAM Academy
Miami commissioners are expected to vote this week on whether to transfer ownership of the historic Olympia Theater and its adjoining 80-unit building to SLAM Academy, the charter school system co-founded by rapper Pitbull. Why it matters: The downtown landmark, which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, has fallen into disrepair in recent years, WLRN reports. Catch up quick: The city is proposing to give the property at 174 E Flagler St. to SLAM to convert it into a public charter school called Miami Innovation & Arts Academy. In exchange, the new owner will be required to make "all necessary interior and exterior repairs" to bring the building up to code within five years, reads a summary of the commission agenda item. The city, which was gifted the theater in 1975 by philanthropist Maurice Gusman, hopes the proposal can help settle a pair of lawsuits filed by the Gusman family accusing the city of violating the terms of the donation and failing to maintain the property. The latest: After commissioners and residents raised concerns about the proposal, a vote was deferred at the June commission meeting so the city could host a series of public meetings to further discuss plans. SLAM's chief administrative officer Millie Sanchez said at a meeting last week that the theater will be activated with community programming at least 180 days a year and that classrooms will be built in the adjoining building, according to CBS Miami. The renovations will cost an estimated $50 million, the outlet reported. What they're saying: City manager Art Noriega said at the June meeting that the city could not afford to renovate the theater itself. "The city has never had the resources to maintain this building. It will never have the resources, and it needs a good steward. The totality of this opportunity will be an incredible public benefit." The other side: Critics of the proposal have questioned why the city is giving away a property valued at over $5.47 million and have called for a competitive bidding process to find other suitors. Commissioner Joe Carollo said at the June meeting that a lack of political will, not insufficient funds, is to blame for the theater's decline. "Any city in America would love to have a jewel like the Olympia Theater." Orlando Alonso, a Miami concert pianist who has proposed an alternative adaptive reuse plan for the theater that includes a hotel project, has questioned the city's handling of public assets.
