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Hulk Hogan, born Terry Gene Bollea, famously transformed from humble Georgia roots into one of wrestling’s most iconic figures. He skyrocketed to fame in the 1980s and ’90s as the face of the World Wrestling Federation—then known as WWF, now WWE—becoming a household name through high-profile matches, endorsements, and pop culture appearances. However, behind the spotlight, Hogan quietly battled serious health issues—including leukemia and atrial fibrillation.
On July 24, 2025, at age 71, Hogan suffered a cardiac arrest at his Clearwater, Florida home and was pronounced dead at the hospital less than 90 minutes later. Medical reports confirmed his death was caused by an acute myocardial infarction, or heart attack, worsened by his underlying conditions.
Below, look back at Hogan’s wrestling career, his net worth and more on his legacy.
How Did Hulk Hogan Get Rich?
Hogan didn’t acquire his wealth overnight. Upon winning multiple matches throughout his wrestling career, Hogan chose to become a film star, which contributed to his financial standing.
His breakout film role was in Rocky III playing the character Thunderlips, who faces off with the titular character played by Sylvester Stallone. Over time, Hogan made a name for himself on TV and in film. Among his most well-known movie roles include No Holds Barred, Suburban Commando and Mr. Nanny.
On TV, Hogan starred in the series Thunder in Paradise and had multiple cameos in shows like Baywatch, Suddenly Susan and Walker, Texas Ranger. He also starred in his own reality TV shows: Hogan Knows Best and Brooke Knows Best, which focused on his daughter, Brooke Hogan. In addition to Brooke, Hogan also shares his son Nick Hogan, with e-wife Linda Hogan.
How Much Was Hulk Hogan Worth in 2025?
Hogan built up a net worth of $25 million before he died in 2025, according to Celebrity Net Worth.
How Old Was Hulk Hogan When He Died?
Hogan was 71 years old when he died.
How Did Hulk Hogan Die?
Hogan died of cardiac arrest on July 24, 2025, at his home in Clearwater, Florida. According to TMZ, emergency responders were called after Hogan went into cardiac arrest and transported the wrestling icon to a nearby hospital, where he was later pronounced dead. While the initial cause appeared to be sudden, follow-up reports confirmed the heart attack—medically classified as an acute myocardial infarction—was worsened by Hogan’s existing health issues, including chronic lymphocytic leukemia and atrial fibrillation.
This story originally appeared on Hollywoodlife
