Hulk Hogan, a prominent figure in professional wrestling, passed away at the age of 71 due to cardiac arrest, confirmed by Florida police and WWE. Hogan, known as Terry Bollea, was a key star in WWE's history, headlining the first WrestleMania in 1985 and earning at least six championships. Beyond wrestling, he gained fame through movies, television appearances, and a reality show. He also won a significant legal case against Gawker Media over a privacy issue. WWE mourned his loss, acknowledging his impact on global recognition for the company in the 1980s.
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.
Hogan, whose real name was Terry Bollea, was perhaps the biggest star in WWE's long history, winning at least six WWE championships and being inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame in 2005.
WWE extended its condolences stating Hogan helped WWE achieve global recognition in the 1980s and was one of pop culture's most recognizable figures.
In 2016, a Florida jury awarded Hogan $115 million in his sex tape lawsuit against Gawker Media after the site posted a video that violated his privacy.
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