Wrestling Icon Hulk Hogan D**s at 71 — Wife Sky Daily Shares Heartfelt Tribute
The world of professional wrestling is mourning the loss of one of its most iconic figures. Hulk Hogan, born Terry Gene Bollea, passed away on the morning of July 24, 2025, at the age of 71.
Paramedics were dispatched to his home in Clearwater, Florida, following reports of cardiac arrest. Hogan was transported to a nearby hospital, where he was pronounced d**d at 11:17 a.m., according to Clearwater Police Major Nate Burnside, who confirmed the news in a press conference.
A Wrestling Legend
Hogan rose to global fame in the 1980s, becoming a household name through his larger-than-life persona, signature catchphrases, and showmanship. He was a 12-time world champion and a central figure in professional wrestling’s boom years. He was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame in 2005 and again in 2020 as a member of the nWo faction.
Survived by Family
Hogan is survived by his wife, Sky Daily, and his two children from his previous marriage to Linda Claridge: Brooke and Nick Hogan.
Sky Daily Breaks Her Silence
On July 25, Sky Daily shared a deeply emotional tribute to her late husband on Instagram. In the message, she revealed that Hogan had been quietly dealing with health issues and physical pain in recent years.
“I thought we still had more time,” she wrote. “To the world, he was a legend… but to me, he was my Terry. My partner. My heart.”
She also reflected on their faith journey together and drew strength from their shared Christian beliefs.
“He believed in Christ, and I take comfort knowing his soul is at peace and that he’s been welcomed home.”
Their Love Story
Sky Daily is a yoga instructor and mother of three. She and Hogan began dating in early 2022 following the end of Hogan’s second marriage to Jennifer McDaniel. Their relationship became public when they were spotted together at a Bret Michaels concert.
The couple announced their engagement in July 2023 and were married in a private ceremony that September. Hogan celebrated the marriage with a video montage on social media, captioned:
“My new life starts now.”
A Legacy That Lives On
Hulk Hogan’s passing marks the end of an era in professional wrestling, but his legacy continues to inspire millions of fans worldwide. From the squared circle to pop culture history, his presence will never be forgotten.
