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New York Post
19 hours ago
- Entertainment
- New York Post
Eric Bischoff reveals Hulk Hogan's health issues during last visit before WWE icon's death
Former WCW boss Eric Bischoff revealed Hulk Hogan was 'weak' and 'tired' when he spoke to him a few weeks before the legendary wrestler's shocking death on July 24 at the age of 71. 'I could tell he was weak, he sounded tired,' Bischoff said on his '83 Weeks' podcast released Tuesday, 'but he still had that 'What are we going to do next?' kind of underlying current of energy in his voice, even though he sounded tired, sounded weak. He still had that, 'What's going on with Real American Freestyle? Where we at?' Checking up on me to make sure I'm on top of my s–t.' Advertisement Bischoff, 70, will forever be associated with Hogan due to their time in WCW, where Hogan led the iconic NWO heel stable that revolutionized professional wrestling. He said he called Hogan — whose real name was Terry Bollea — a few weeks ago after Hogan's son Nick asked him to do so following his father's release from the hospital. Bischoff informed the former wrestling champ that he would be traveling to Florida to visit him, but Hogan had some reservations. Advertisement 3 Eric Bischoff on his podcast. @83weeks/YouTube 'He goes, 'Man, I really want to see you, but I'm kind of embarrassed for you to see me this way because I've been pretty sick,'' Bischoff recalled. 'I said, 'Hulk, when I look at you, I don't see the same thing that you see when you look in the mirror. So f–k that, I'll be down Monday.'' Bischoff made the trek and visited with Hogan for roughly an hour, with plenty of talk about the Real American Freestyle professional wrestling league they were set to lead. 3 Hulk Hogan in 2014. MediaPunch/Shutterstock Advertisement 'All he wanted to talk about as business, but in a fun, energetic way even though he was struggling — it was just a little more effort than it should have been for him to talk at that time because of his larynx and all that stuff got moved around during surgery, so it was work for him to have a conversation. ' Bischoff said. 'He was the same guy.' Bischoff noted that Hogan had a nurse with him who was 'anxious' since certain protocols had to be followed, including lifting Hogan's legs and giving him oxygen. He left to avoid becoming an 'obstacle' and 'burden,' saying they would see about possibly lining Hogan up for some interviews. Advertisement Bischoff admitted he knew Hogan would not be able to do so and believes Hogan even knew that reality, but he wanted to give Hogan something to look forward to in the future. 3 Hulk Hogan (r) and Eric Bischoff (l) on 'Monday Night Nitro' in 1997. @Old-School-Wrestling-Clips/YouTube Hogan, though, was ready to be behind the mic. 'He said, 'Brother, I can't wait. I may not be able to do anything on camera for a couple of weeks, but I'll be good on the phone. You can set some stuff up for me on the phone,'' Bischoff said. 'He was so anxious to get back to work.' Bischoff later texted Hogan's wife, Sky Daily, and told her he didn't really want Hogan to do anything but get healthy, but wanted to give him hope. 'I said he's always loved the hunt,' Bischoff said. 'I wanted him to have something to look forward to.'
Indian Express
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
WWE superstars pay tribute to Hulk Hogan on Monday Night Raw; legendary wrestler's son Nick attends event. Watch
The wrestling and entertainment world was left in shock on July 24, when WWE legend Terry Gene Bollea, better known as Hulk Hogan, passed away due to cardiac arrest. He was rushed to the hospital after a 911 call was made from his residence in Clearwater, Florida, but was declared dead on arrival. WWE recently paid tribute to Hogan during an episode of Monday Night Raw. Wrestlers, ring announcers, and members of the front office gathered in front of the audience as CCO Triple-H started the proceedings with a short speech. He said, 'Ladies and gentlemen, we lost one of the biggest and most globally recognised icons in the world. A man I grew up watching, was fortunate enough to share the ring with, and like so many of us, was honoured to call a friend. The truth is, he captivated millions of people and inspired them around the globe. We would not be standing here if it were not for him. So please help us honour him now, as we give a 10-bell salute to Terry Bollea, the one and only, the immortal Hulk Hogan.' ALSO READ: When people believed that Hulk Hogan came to Chandigarh and wrestled Sangram Singh Wrestlers stood with their heads down and hands tied as the bell from ringside was rung 10 times, and the entire arena was filled with fans holding placards honouring the legendary wrestler. Hulk Hogan's son Nick Hogan stood there with the wrestlers as well, as a heart-wrenching video of 'The Real American's' career played on the big screen. The video had clips from Hogan's legendary matches, pictures from his childhood, his NWO days, and his several championship reigns. Nick had previously posted a message for his father on Instagram, which described his relationship with him, while thanking all the fans for their support. A post shared by Nick Hogan (@nickhogan) He wrote, 'Thank you to everyone who has reached out to me and comforted me over the last few days. It truly means a lot. I'm sorry to everyone I have not responded to yet. This has been overwhelming and extremely difficult. My dad was the most incredible person I've ever known and will always be my hero. He was the kindest, most loving, and most amazing father anybody could ask for. I feel so blessed to have had the greatest dad in the world. He was not only the best dad but also my mentor and my best friend. He has always been my best friend, and I love him and miss him more than I could ever explain.' Hulk Hogan is often credited for taking wrestling from a small-time attraction to a global sport; as with every championship, every gimmick, and every segment, his legend grew to unimaginable heights, and the wrestling entertainment business grew with it.
Fox News
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Fox News
WWE unveils tribute to Hulk Hogan at SmackDown after his death at 71
The WWE paid tribute to the late Hulk Hogan ahead of SmackDown Friday night to commemorate the wrestling legend after his death Thursday at the age of 71. The tribute included clips of Hogan's decorated wrestling career and his entertainment ventures outside the ring. Narrator Triple-H called Hogan "the ultimate hero" and revealed he died in his home surrounded by family. The SmackDown crowd erupted in applause and a chant of "Hogan! Hogan!" after the video concluded. Hogan reportedly had a health crisis weeks before his death, though his wife, Sky, denied the reports. She said her husband was "strong" and recovering from surgeries. The superstar pro wrestler, whose birth name was Terry Bollea, got his start in Championship Wrestling from Florida (CWF) in the late 1970s before he eventually joined the World Wrestling Federation (WWF) in 1979. However, it wasn't until his return to the WWF, now the WWE, when he became the superstar that fans came to know. Vince McMahon bought the WWF from his father and chose Hogan to be the main attraction for the company. He started to wrestle when he saved Bob Backlund from an attack by the Wild Samoans. "Hulkamania" became the rage from there. Hogan was a six-time WWE champion, won the Royal Rumble twice and was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame as an individual in 2005 and as a member of the NWO in 2020. He was also a six-time world heavyweight champion in WCW and the IWGP champion in New Japan Pro-Wrestling once. President Donald Trump joined the masses in mourning the loss of the WWE legend. Trump, who had a strong relationship with Hogan for years, which included the wrestling great speaking at the Republican National Convention last year, wrote a tribute on Truth Social to the "Hulkster." "We lost a great friend today, the "Hulkster." Hulk Hogan was MAGA all the way — Strong, tough, smart, but with the biggest heart," Trump wrote. "He gave an absolutely electric speech at the Republican National Convention, that was one of the highlights of the entire week. He entertained fans from all over the World, and the cultural impact he had was massive. "To his wife, Sky, and family, we give our warmest best wishes and love. Hulk Hogan will be greatly missed!" In July 2024, Hogan endorsed Trump for president at the RNC, where he said "Let Trump-a-mania make America great again," an ode to his Hulkamania moniker.
Daily Mail
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
The Aussie wrestler who has been anointed the new Hulk Hogan by WWE Hall of Famer
Wrestling fans will have a new icon to cheer for in the coming years, with a WWE superstar and hall of famer declaring an Aussie star to be the next Hulk Hogan. Rhea Ripley is an Australian professional wrestler currently signed to WWE, performing on the Raw brand who has taken the world by storm. She's a multiple-time champion and one of the most dominant figures in modern women's wrestling with over six million followers on Instagram. Hulk Hogan, born Terry Bollea, stunned the world on Friday when he died aged 71 after suffering a cardiac arrest at his home in Florida. He rose to global fame in the 1980s, becoming the face of WWE and one of wrestling's most iconic figures. Hogan's charisma, signature leg drop, and catchphrase 'Whatcha gonna do, brother?' helped launch WrestleMania into a worldwide phenomenon. He later reinvented himself as Hollywood Hogan in WCW, leading the influential New World Order (NWO) faction. Kevin Nash is a former professional wrestler and WWE Hall of Famer, who was also a founding member of the New World Order. One of his most notable moments with Hulk Hogan came in 1996 when they joined forces with Scott Hall to form the NWO, turning Hogan heel and revolutionising wrestling storylines. In May, Nash told the Wrestling News podcast that he saw the same qualities in Ripley as he did in Hogan. 'Rhea, so athletic,' Nash said. 'She's Rhea. Looks like she could, like she could go against probably 50% of the male roster.' 'I saw Hogan work, and I swore Hogan was six nine, because his was, he was just bigger than life, his charisma, everything else. 'It's the same thing with Rhea. I thought Rhea was like a six-foot 185-pound girl, and she's probably five seven, right? Nash believes Ripley has the same athleticism and larger-than-life persona that Hogan did 'You know, she's just, but, but on TV, the way she moves, you know, she's just, she comes across as big of a life. Which, which stars do.' 'I'm just a mark for her. She pulls everything off.' Ripley began her WWE journey in 2017 and quickly gained attention in the Mae Young Classic. She became the first-ever NXT UK Women's Champion, making history as WWE's first female Australian titleholder. Her dominance continued in NXT, where she captured the Women's Championship and defended it at WrestleMania 36. After moving to the main roster, Ripley joined The Judgment Day faction and became a fixture in high-profile storylines. In 2023, she won the Royal Rumble from the number one entry spot, an unmatched feat in the women's division. That same year, she defeated Charlotte Flair at WrestleMania 39 in a widely praised title match. Her reign as Women's World Champion lasted 380 days, tying the record for the longest in WWE history. Ripley has also held the Raw Women's and Women's Tag Team titles, becoming a Triple Crown and Grand Slam Champion. Her popularity soared beyond wrestling, becoming the most-played female character in WWE 2K25. She even went viral after beating Conor McGregor in a strength contest during a media event.
Hans India
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hans India
WWE Star Hulk Hogan Dies at 71 from Heart Attack
Famous WWE wrestler Hulk Hogan has died at the age of 71. He had a heart problem (cardiac arrest) at his home in Clearwater, Florida, on Thursday morning. He was taken to the hospital but was declared dead at 11:17 AM. Police said there was no foul play. Hulk Hogan, whose real name was Terry Gene Bollea, became a big name in wrestling during the 1980s. His character 'Hulkamania' made WWE very popular around the world. He had big matches with stars like The Rock and Andre the Giant. He later became a villain in the ring and started the NWO team as 'Hollywood Hogan.' He was put into the WWE Hall of Fame two times — first in 2005, and again in 2020 with the NWO. WWE said: 'Hogan helped WWE become known all over the world. We send love and support to his family, friends, and fans.' Hogan also acted in movies like Rocky III and had a TV show Hogan Knows Best with his family. He had many surgeries from his wrestling injuries but stayed strong for years.
