WWE legend Hulk Hogan died today from cardiac arrest at 71 years old.
Hogan is one of the most iconic pro wrestlers of all-time, and the reactions from around the industry are still coming in.
WWE Hall of Famer President Trump was grateful for that time last year when Hogan ripped off his shirt while cutting a crazy promo supporting Trumpamania at the Republican National Convention:
“We lost a great friend today, the “Hulkster.” Hulk Hogan was MAGA all the way — Strong, tough, smart, but with the biggest
ADheart. 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!”
Some of the other people who said goodbye to The Hulkster include Triple H, Ric Flair, Sting, The Undertaker, Kevin Nash, Kurt Angle, Linda McMahon, Kane, Brutus “The Barber” Beefcake, Charlotte Flair, Matt Hardy, The Miz, Matt Cardona, and Jake “The Snake” Roberts.
WWE would not be where it is today without the larger-than-life characters that compete in the ring … and few, if any, loomed larger than Terry “Hulk Hogan” Bollea.
— Triple H (@TripleH) July 24, 2025
He was the archetype of what it meant to be a “Superstar” - a global sensation that inspired millions to work… pic.twitter.com/wXpgFvAhHA
“WWE would not be where it is today without the larger-than-life characters that compete in the ring … and few, if any, loomed larger than Terry ‘Hulk Hogan’ Bollea.
He was the archetype of what it meant to be a ‘Superstar’ - a global sensation that inspired millions to work hard at whatever it was they wanted to accomplish and a look that made him recognizable to fans around the world.
Hulk Hogan, clad in red and yellow or nWo black and white, was simply put, iconic. As a Real American or the leader of one of the industry’s biggest factions, he transcended and elevated the entire business to heights never before seen - in every country and on every continent.
There was no one like The Hulkster and there very well may never be another. My family sends their condolences to his family, friends, and fans.”
I Am Absolutely Shocked To Hear About The Passing Of My Close Friend @HulkHogan! Hulk Has Been By My Side Since We Started In The Wrestling Business. An Incredible Athlete, Talent, Friend, And Father! Our Friendship Has Meant The World To Me. He Was Always There For Me Even When… pic.twitter.com/rOWLakMjr4
— Ric Flair® (@RicFlairNatrBoy) July 24, 2025
“I Am Absolutely Shocked To Hear About The Passing Of My Close Friend @HulkHogan! Hulk Has Been By My Side Since We Started In The Wrestling Business. An Incredible Athlete, Talent, Friend, And Father! Our Friendship Has Meant The World To Me. He Was Always There For Me Even When I Didn’t Ask For Him To Be. 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!”
HULK HOGAN - THE GREATEST OF ALL
— Sting (@Sting) July 24, 2025
Can’t thank you enough for all that you did for me and for wrestling fans all over the world. I loved you and I will miss you.
My friend, Terry Bollea, RIP pic.twitter.com/DoM4tGaRHT
The wrestling world has lost a true legend. His contributions to our business are immeasurable and for that I am appreciative.
— Undertaker (@undertaker) July 24, 2025
Thank you, Hulk Hogan. pic.twitter.com/aV4gdTcq4S
I lost another brother. Icon doesn't even touch it. Rest in power my friend. NWO 4 Life....and beyond
— Kevin Nash (@RealKevinNash) July 24, 2025
R.I.P Hulkster, thank you for opening up doors for so many people in the business including myself. There would not be a Kurt Angle, without the American Made, Hulk Hogan. My heart and prayers go out to his family. We lost a real icon today. pic.twitter.com/HgUqiNXKBb
— Kurt Angle (@RealKurtAngle) July 24, 2025
I had the privilege of knowing and working with @HulkHogan Hogan for over 40 years.
— Linda McMahon (@Linda_McMahon) July 24, 2025
Hulk was a dear friend and member of our WWE family. His legacy in and out of the ring will always be remembered. He was one of a kind!
My thoughts and prayers are with his family, his… pic.twitter.com/JY70HYfTwx
Hulk Hogan was a true legend. I was fortunate to work with him a couple of times, including this memorable one. It was easy to do a Hulkster impersonation when, like millions of guys my age, I'd practiced it in the mirror a thousand times growing up. #RIPHULKHOGAN https://t.co/8iRfUDy0D8 pic.twitter.com/h7Un65D7KD
— Kane (@KaneWWE) July 24, 2025
Through the good times and the bad, I always loved my brother Terry! I am devastated by the loss of my friend, I only wish we had time to mend our broken friendship before his passing. Until I see you Brother, in the big squared circle in the sky! I love you #hulkhogan #RIP pic.twitter.com/pwhntPY4Cz
— Brutus Beefcake (@brutusbeefcake_) July 24, 2025
When I nearly lost my dad 8 years ago, one of the few people who was there for all of it was Hulk Hogan.
— Charlotte Flair (@MsCharlotteWWE) July 24, 2025
My heart breaks for Nick and Brooke.
Rest in peace, brother
RIP Hulk Hogan
— MATT HARDY (@MATTHARDYBRAND) July 24, 2025
Terry Bollea was the first mainstream megastar in pro wrestling. He was the face of sports entertainment & elevated pro wrestling to a whole new level. I had the opportunity to work with Hulkster a few times over the years & enjoyed my interactions with him. My… pic.twitter.com/zJf0jOi7NK
When I was a kid I ate my vitamins, said my prayers because Hulk Hogan told me to. He was someone I looked up to; a larger-than-life presence I copied constantly growing up. The voice, flexing, charisma, he made you want to be bold, loud, confident.
— The Miz (@mikethemiz) July 24, 2025
RIP, Hulk Hogan. pic.twitter.com/XrGgb6GAGz
If it wasn’t for Hulk Hogan, I don’t know if I’d be a pro wrestler or even a pro wrestling fan. RIP Hulkster. Hulkamania will live FOREVER!!! pic.twitter.com/sDLNw3u9m8
— Matt Cardona (@TheMattCardona) July 24, 2025
It’s hard to put into words what Terry “Hulk Hogan” Bollea meant to professional wrestling and entertainment. He may be gone, but his memory and legacy will live forever.
— JakeSnakeDDT (@JakeSnakeDDT) July 24, 2025
RIP Hulkster pic.twitter.com/73o86iY1bA
Tony Schiavone put a stamp on it by saying Hogan’s death is the end of an era:
“Say what you want about Hulk Hogan, but his impact on pro wrestling is undeniable. RIP Hulkster. The end of an era.”
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