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Toronto Sun
3 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Toronto Sun
Hulk Hogan's cause of death report also reveals secret health issue
The WWE legend, real name Terry Bollea, died of a heart attack last week, official medical records state. Hulk Hogan fires up the crowd between matches during WrestleMania 21 in 2005. AP Photo The Hulkster's official cause of death was a heart attack. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. SUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. REGISTER / SIGN IN TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account. Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments. Enjoy additional articles per month. Get email updates from your favourite authors. THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK. Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments Enjoy additional articles per month Get email updates from your favourite authors Don't have an account? Create Account Hulk Hogan, real name Terry Bollea, died from an acute myocardial infarction – otherwise known as a heart attack – as per the Pinellas County Forensic Science Center and as revealed by Page Six on Thursday. An acute myocardial infarction is when blood flow to the heart muscle is suddenly blocked, causing tissue damage. The outlet also reports that Hogan had a history of atrial fibrillation (AFib), which is a heart condition characterized by an irregular and often rapid heart rate. While it was widely reported that Hogan suffered heart failure last Thursday at his home in Clearwater, Fla., the reports also showed a previously unreported health struggle for the late WWE legend. Per the records, the pro wrestling icon also had a history of leukemia CLL, a type of cancer that affects white blood cells called lymphocytes. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. It was not public knowledge that Hogan had ever battled cancer. Hogan's manner of death was ruled natural, according to the cremation summary approval report. 'I am not aware when Mr. Bollea will be cremated, only that we received a request for cremation approval,' a spokesperson for the medical examiner's office told Page Six . Read More Most of Hogan's health issues have long been public knowledge and the pop culture icon endured many surgeries over the years. It had been reported earlier this month by Hogan's friend and radio DJ Bubba the Love Sponge that Hogan had been in poor health, which was shot down at the time by others close to the Hulkster. 'I had just talked to Jimmy Hart the day before and I didn't actually speak with Hulk, but everything was fine. I knew that he had health issues, but I thought that they were being embellished by that radio disc jockey. I talked to Jimmy, I talked to his friend and he seemed to be fine,' fellow wrestling legend Ric Flair said during an appearance on The Ariel Helwani Show earlier this week. 'I think he just got tired. I mean, 11 back operations, hip replacements, now a neck surgery. I mean, how much can your body take? We've all put ourselves in a ridiculous position in the business.' Canada Canada Tennis Toronto & GTA Basketball
South Wales Argus
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- South Wales Argus
WWE legend Eugene to wrestle in Caerphilly
Brilliance Pro Wrestling, which is based in the town, is presenting Broken Empire on August 3, which will be headlined by Eugene in a six-man tag team main event alongside local favourites Soul Train. Eugene shared a huge a moment with Hulk Hogan, when Hogan came to his rescue in front of more than 20,000 fans at WrestleMania 21 in LA. Best known for his time in WWE with victories over superstars such as Kurt Angle and Triple H, Eugene will also lead an exclusive pro wrestling masterclass earlier on the day. The live event from No Mercy Wrestling Event Production promises an afternoon of family-friendly wrestling entertainment. Doors open at 2.30pm with the event starting at 3pm. It will take place at Caerphilly Leisure Centre. Tickets are from £12.50 for children, £20 for adults, with group discounts available. For tickets and further details, go to
Toronto Star
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Toronto Star
Hulk Hogan's greatest moments in professional wrestling ‘run wild on you'
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Toronto Sun
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Toronto Sun
How should wrestling icon Hulk Hogan be remembered?
Hulk Hogan fires up the crowd between matches during WrestleMania 21 in Los Angeles, April 3, 2005. Photo by Chris Carlson / The Canadian Press/AP WATCH BELOW: On the latest episode of No Holds Barred, Postmedia wrestling writer Jan Murphy and Postmedia's Rob Wong discuss the life and legacy of wrestling legend Hulk Hogan. They talk about why two different conversations need to be had about the character and the person, where Hogan stands among the greats of the industry and their favourite memories of his career. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. SUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. REGISTER / SIGN IN TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account. Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments. Enjoy additional articles per month. Get email updates from your favourite authors. THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK. Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments Enjoy additional articles per month Get email updates from your favourite authors Don't have an account? Create Account Hockey Sports Toronto & GTA Toronto & GTA Columnists
American Press
24-07-2025
- Entertainment
- American Press
Hulk Hogan, icon in professional wrestling, dies at age 71
Hulk Hogan fires up the crowd between matches at WrestleMania 21 at the Staples Center in Los Angeles, April 3, 2005, (Associated Press Archives) Hulk Hogan, the mustachioed, headscarf-wearing icon in the world of professional wrestling, has died at the age of 71, Florida police and WWE said Thursday. In Clearwater, Florida, authorities responded to a call Thursday morning about a cardiac arrest. Hogan was pronounced dead at a hospital, police said in a statement on Facebook. Hogan, whose real name was Terry Bollea, was perhaps the biggest star in WWE's long history. He was the main draw for the first WrestleMania in 1985 and was a fixture for years, facing everyone from Andre The Giant and Randy Savage to The Rock and even company chairman Vince McMahon. He won at least six WWE championships and was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame in 2005. In 2016, a Florida jury awarded Hogan $115 million in his sex tape lawsuit against Gawker Media and then added $25 million in punitive damages. Hogan sued after Gawker in 2012 posted a video of him having sex with his former best friend's wife. He contended the post violated his privacy. Hogan smiled and wore black throughout the three-week trial. 'Everywhere I show up, people treat me like I'm still the champ,' he said of the support from fans. WWE posted a note on X saying it was saddened to learn about Hogan's death. '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,' it said.
