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Wrestling legend Hulk Hogan died of a heart attack, according to an official report released Thursday by the District Six Medical Examiner in Florida. Hogan, 71, whose real name was Terry Bollea, previously had leukemia and atrial fibrillation, an irregular heart rhythm, the report from the District Six Medical Examiner noted.

The report states that Hogan suffered a cardiac arrest at his home in Clearwater on the morning of July 24. Emergency responders arrived at the scene. Hogan was pronounced dead at a local hospital less than 90 minutes later. The report said the cause of death was natural.

Hogan’s passing marks the end of an era for professional wrestling. Known for his outsized charisma, blond mustache, and signature “Hulkamania” persona, he became the face of the World Wrestling Federation (now WWE) throughout the 1980s and 1990s. He headlined the first-ever WrestleMania in 1985 and captivated fans in legendary showdowns against Andre the Giant, Randy Savage, and later, The Rock.

In tribute, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis <a href="https://www.flgov.com/eog/news/press/2025/flags-half-staff-honor-hulk-hogan">declared</a> Friday as “Hulk Hogan Day” in the state, ordering flags to fly at half-staff on all official buildings. “He was a true Floridian through and through,” DeSantis said in a statement honoring the wrestling icon.

Hogan’s wife, Sky Daily, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DMh-0IGM0Ps/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==">shared</a> that the loss was sudden and impossible to process. In a heartfelt Instagram post, she wrote, “To the world, he was a legend… but to me, he was my Terry. The man I loved. My partner. My heart.” She added that Hogan continued to meet fans and honor his commitments despite increasing physical discomfort in recent years.

“Hulk loved his fans so much and despite his growing physical discomfort, he did everything he could to show up, sign autographs, take photos, and connect with the people who supported him through it all. You meant everything to him,” she wrote.

Hogan’s daughter, Brooke Bollea Oleksy, better known as Brooke Hogan, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DMszhkns1wI/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==">shared</a> an emotional tribute of her own. She revealed that her father had undergone numerous surgeries in his later years and struggled with both physical and emotional challenges behind the scenes.

"He used to remind me, ‘All of this is temporary and I’ll always find my way back to you. I truly believe that - we will find each other in every lifetime," she added.

"I know he’s at peace now, out of pain, and in a place as beautiful as he imagined. He used to speak about this moment with such wonder and hope. Like meeting God was the greatest championship he’d ever have,” his daughter shared.

Hogan's son, Nick Hogan, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DMmExvsNZa3/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA%3D%3D">shared</a>: "My dad was the most incredible person I’ve ever known and will always be my hero. He was the most kind, loving and amazing father anybody could ask for. I feel so blessed to have had the greatest dad in the world."

Funeral arrangements for Hogan have not yet been announced.

<em>The Associated Press contributed to this article. </em>

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