The entertainment world is reacting to the death of wrestling legend Hulk Hogan, who passed away at the age of 71 early Thursday morning, www.naijnaira.com reports.
Sylvester Stallone led heartfelt tributes, recalling Hogan’s powerful presence in Rocky III, where the late icon played Thunderlips, a wrestler who faced Rocky in a charity match—DailyMail reports.
Stallone posted a throwback image from the film and wrote, “He was absolutely wonderful and his amazing skill made Rocky three incredibly special. My heart breaks.”
Brooke Shields, who starred alongside Hogan in Suddenly Susan, said, “Rest easy, Hulk. This moment and his entire guest episode… was a true highlight.”
Model Carol Alt, who worked with Hogan on Thunder in Paradise, reacted with grief, writing, “I cannot believe my co-star and friend passed away… He felt immortal to me.”
Wrestling veterans including Ric Flair, Kane, Kurt Angle, and Undertaker shared tributes, with Flair calling Hogan an “incredible athlete, talent, friend, and father.”
Flair also revealed Hogan supported him during his near-death hospital stay and helped financially when his son was ill, saying, “No one will ever compare to you.”
Charlotte Flair recalled how Hogan stood by their family eight years ago, posting, “My heart breaks for Nick and Brooke. Rest in peace, brother.”
The WWE confirmed Hogan’s death and praised his role in taking wrestling mainstream during the 1980s, calling him “one of pop culture’s most recognizable figures.”
Politicians reacted as well, including Donald Trump, who called Hogan “strong, tough, smart, but with the biggest heart” and shared memories from the 2024 Republican Convention.
Vice President JD Vance remembered Hogan as a “great American icon,” and Donald Trump Jr. shared a photo of Hogan from the same political event.
According to Clearwater police, medics responded to a 911 call involving cardiac arrest at Hogan’s Florida home just before 10 a.m., where he was later pronounced dead.
The wrestler’s wife, Sky Daily, recently denied claims Hogan was gravely ill, stating he was recovering well from a neck procedure and that his heart was strong.
Hogan’s representative Linda Bose confirmed his death to CBS News and described him as “a great human being and friend” who left behind an unforgettable legacy.
A message on his official Instagram read: “It is with a heavy heart and deep sadness that we confirm we have lost a legend… He will be missed, but never forgotten.”
Hogan is survived by his wife Sky, his two children Brooke and Nick, and two grandchildren, following a four-decade career that impacted millions worldwide.
Article updated 21 hours ago. Content is written and modified by multiple authors.
