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Indianapolis Star
29 minutes ago
- Indianapolis Star
How did WWE Hall of Fame wrestler Hulk Hogan die? What was his cause of death? What we know
WWE Hall of Fame wrestler Hulk Hogan − also known as Terry Bollea −has died, according to reports by the WWE and the Clearwater (Fla.) Police Department. Here's what we know: Yes. The WWE issued a statement via X / Twitter on Hulk Hogan's passing: "WWE is saddened to learn WWE Hall of Famer Hulk Hogan has passed away," the statement read. "One of pop culture's most recognizable figures, Hogan helped WWE achieve global recognition in the 1980s. WWE extends its condolences to Hogan's family, friends, and fans." A distress call for cardiac arrest was made, according to a Facebook post by the Clearwater (Fla.) Police Department. The police joined Clearwater Fire Department in response to a medical call at 9:51 a.m. Thursday, July 25, 2025, in the 1000 block of Eldorado Avenue on Clearwater Beach. Hogan was treated and sent to Morton Plant Hospital, where the wrestler was pronounced dead. Hulk Hogan died at the age of 71, according to the Clearwater Police Department.
Yahoo
2 hours ago
- Yahoo
Hulk Hogan dies at 71: Tributes pour in for WWE legend — follow live updates
The professional wrestling icon and entertainer died in Clearwater, Fla., on Thursday morning. Hulk Hogan, the professional wrestling icon and entertainer, has died. He was 71. Paramedics were dispatched to Hogan's Clearwater, Fla., home on Thursday morning following a call about a cardiac arrest, police wrote in a Facebook post. The wrestling legend was treated before being brought to a local hospital, where he was pronounced dead. Born Terry Gene Bollea, Hogan gained fame as a member of the World Wrestling Federation (now WWE) and was known for dramatically ripping off his shirt as he entered the ring. Follow the blog below for the latest updates and reactions to Hogan's death. Fellow professional wrestler Jake "the Snake" Roberts reacted to the news of Hogan's death on X, saying it was "hard to put into words what Terry 'Hulk Hogan' Bollea meant to professional wrestling and entertainment." "He may be gone," Roberts wrote, "but his memory and legacy will live forever." U.S. House Speaker Mike Johnson posted a tribute to Hogan on social media, recalling fond childhood memories of the wrestling star, to recently campaigning with him as a supporter of President Trump during his 2024 presidential run. "I always saw him as a giant in stature and in life," Johnson wrote. Lee Greenwood, singer-songwriter of "God Bless the USA" that has been played at Trump rallies, also paid tribute to the late wrestler. Hulk Hogan, whose real name is Terry Bollea, ventured outside the wrestling ring in the mid 2000s. The '80s wrestling star had a reality TV show with his family called Hogan Knows Best. The VH1 series debuted in 2005 and took viewers inside the Hogan home, capturing marital tension with his then-wife Lynda and teenage growing pains as a protective father to his son, Nick, and daughter, Brooke. The series ran for four seasons until 2007. Fellow WWE Hall of Famer Sgt. Slaughter reacted to the news on X, saying he was "saddened" to hear about Hogan's passing. "I Guess God Needed An Incredible Angel," he wrote. Fellow wrestling legend and longtime friend Ric Flair reacted in a post on X saying he was "absolutely shocked" to hear the news about Hogan's death. "Hulk Has Been By My Side Since We Started In The Wrestling Business. An Incredible Athlete, Talent, Friend, And Father!" he wrote, adding that Hogan was among those who visited him in the hospital when he was ill. "No One Will Ever Compare To You!" Hulk Hogan and his wife, Sky Daily Hogan, were baptized in December 2023. Hogan shared a post on Instagram that the pair were baptized during a ceremony at Indian Rocks Baptist Church in Florida. The wrestling icon, who was 70 years old at the time, wrote in the caption: "Total surrender and dedication to Jesus is the greatest day of my life. No worries, no hate, no judgment… only love!" Days before Hulk Hogan's death, Jimmy Hart, his longtime manager, refuted reports of Hogan's declining health. "Hulk is doing great, doing phenomenal!" Hart wrote in a post on X on July 22. "Last night at karaoke with Nick was absolutely fantastic, baby!!!" Last month, radio host Bubba the Love Sponge said that he was told Hogan was near death. 'It's not good,' the host said on June 18. "There are phone calls being made to various family members about getting to town to come say your goodbyes." Donald Trump Jr. and Republican Reps. Anna Paulina Luna of Florida and Elise Stefanik of New York paid tribute to Hogan by sharing photos from the Republican National Convention last year. Hogan spoke at the event, calling Donald Trump a "gladiator" and his "hero," and brought the theatrics of the wrestling ring to the convention stage when he shredded his shirt. "Let Trumpamania run wild, brother!" Hogan shouted. The Clearwater, Fla., police department posted a statement to its Facebook page confirming Hulk Hogan's death. "A 71-year-old resident, Terry Bollea, also known as Hulk Hogan, was treated by Clearwater Fire & Rescue crews before being taken by Sunstar to Morton Plant Hospital, where he was pronounced deceased," authorities wrote. According to the Yahoo Sports combat website Uncrowned, Hogan died after suffering from cardiac arrest Thursday morning. WWE posted a brief statement on X in response to the news of Hulk Hogan's death. TMZ is reporting that Hulk Hogan was found unresponsive by paramedics who were dispatched to his Clearwater, Fla., home on Thursday morning for what was described as a "cardiac arrest." Solve the daily Crossword
Newsweek
3 hours ago
- Newsweek
The Good Life: Mother-in-Law Mayhem
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. MIL Mayhem: Our Top 5 Mother-in-Law Horror Stories By Cameron Schoppa Let's be honest—when you hear the words "mother-in-law," your brain probably short-circuits to a variety of opinions. Stereotypically, those opinions might not be positive. Sure, not all MILs are monsters of course... but some truly could star in a horror flick. From announcing births before the parents do, to ending weddings over a white wedding dress, these mothers-in-law aren't just crossing boundaries—they're bulldozing them. Buckle up as we dive into five of the most unhinged, jaw-dropping, "did she really do that?" MIL moments the we've ever seen. Stock Image Stock Image Tero Vesalainen/iStock/Getty Images Plus A woman faced serious backlash after she jumped the gun and announced the birth of her grandchild on Facebook—before the baby's own parents had the chance. The story was shared by a frustrated new mom who explained that after a traumatic pregnancy and birth—so difficult she had kept it quiet for fear of losing the baby—she and her partner finally felt ready to share the news. But when she logged onto Facebook to make the announcement, she was stunned to find her mother-in-law had already beaten her to it. She had posted a photo of the baby—one the mom hadn't even seen yet—calling the newborn "her grandbaby" and saying the birth had "just happened." The post spread quickly, and so did the outrage. This mom decided to ban her mother-in-law from visiting after she refused to use her grandson's real name, and this is no ordinary nickname. The mother explained that she and her husband had lovingly chosen the name Elijah for their baby boy. But from the moment the mother-in-law met him at the hospital, she ignored that entirely. "She looked at him and said, 'Oh little David, you're so perfect,'" the mom wrote. "I thought I misheard her, so I ignored it." But it wasn't a one-time slip. Despite repeated corrections, the grandmother kept calling the baby "David"—a name the couple hadn't even considered. The situation left many divided over whether cutting off visits was too harsh—or completely reasonable. What do you think? A stock image of an old woman holding a toy. A stock image of an old woman holding a toy. lucigerma/iStock / Getty Images Plus A pregnant woman received praise after standing up to her overbearing mother-in-law—who not only referred to the unborn baby as "hers," but even threw herself a baby shower to celebrate. She shared how her husband's mom had been calling the baby "her baby" for months, leaving the expectant parents both confused and uncomfortable. At first, she tried to brush it off. But things came to a head when her mother-in-law organized a baby shower—not for her, but for herself. "I asked if I could invite my friends," she wrote. "She said no, this was for her friends. If my friends wanted to throw me a shower, they could." To make matters worse, the mother-in-law ignored the gift registry and instead picked items she personally wanted for the baby. The mom-to-be said she "rolled with it" at first—but when it came time to open gifts, she was stunned by what she saw. A bride's decision to wear a white wedding dress instead of following her in-laws' tradition of blush-colored gowns led to a complete breakdown in her marriage. She had just gotten married when everything unraveled over her choice of dress. Her husband's family has a long-standing tradition of brides wearing blush-colored gowns. "They told me about this before," she wrote, "and I respectfully said I would wear whatever color dress felt perfect for me." She ended up choosing a classic white dress—something that didn't sit well with her in-laws. Her mother-in-law was reportedly "seething" at the sight of it, and her new husband was "disappointed." Feeling unsupported and blindsided by the reaction, the bride planned to leave the marriage and file for an annulment. A stock image of a woman opening a door. A stock image of a woman opening a door. Oppdowngalon/iStock / Getty Images Plus And finally, a baffled daughter-in-law shared that her mother-in-law took it upon herself to write directly on their back door—with a green pen. She posted a photo of the handwritten message: "Lock The Doors" with an arrow pointing to the handle. According to her, both locks on the door had been secured the entire time—something she emphasized. "She didn't even try to open the door," she wrote. "She just assumed it was unlocked because the bottom one looks like it isn't." She added that her mother-in-law, who's over 60, was visiting when she left the unsolicited note. The kicker? The door had been locked during the entire visit—and still was. Tap here to get this newsletter delivered to your inbox. Photo-illustration by Newsweek/Getty Researchers at the University of Florida are moving closer to developing what they have described as a "universal" cancer vaccine. Dr. Elias Sayour, co-author of the study, director of the Pediatric Cancer Immunotherapy Initiative, and principal investigator at the RNA Engineering Laboratory at the University of Florida, believes the vaccine would apply to all types of cancer, because the treatment would result in the immune system being able to "recognize and reject all forms of cancer." "In active cancers, the immune system has been fooled or lies dormant," he told Newsweek. "This approach can wake it up, restoring it in the fight against cancer." Read more from Newsweek's Jasmine Laws. In other news... U.S. birth rates reach new low: The United States' total fertility rate fell to a record low in 2024, dipping below 1.6 children per woman, according to new federal data released Thursday by the CDC. This marks a significant demographic milestone for a country that once stood apart among developed nations for maintaining a replacement-level birth rate of around 2.1 children per woman. Here's the latest . The United States' total fertility rate fell to a record low in 2024, dipping below 1.6 children per woman, according to new federal data released Thursday by the CDC. This marks a significant demographic milestone for a country that once stood apart among developed nations for maintaining a replacement-level birth rate of around 2.1 children per woman. . Men and dating: You know what they say... "shoot your shot." Apparently, some men are shooting really high. Researchers found that men tend to express interest in women who were "more desirable" than themselves on dating apps, and it's not working out so well. Read more. This is a preview of The Good Life—Tap here to get this newsletter delivered straight to your inbox.
