Hulk Hogan Alive and Well: Debunking Deathbed Rumors
HULK HOGAN'S HEALTH EMERGENCY: WWE LEGEND's FAMILY CALLED IN TO SAY GOODBYE... OR WAS IT ALL JUST A FALSE ALARM?
In a shocking turn of events, Hulk Hogan, the 71-year-old wrestling icon, has been at the center of a health scare that left fans and friends in a tizzy. But, according to sources close to the family, it appears that the whole ordeal was nothing more than a minor miscommunication.
It all started when Florida radio host Bubba the Love Sponge claimed on air that Hogan's family had been called in to say their goodbyes, sparking fears that the Hulkster was on his deathbed. But, as it turns out, Hogan was merely hospitalized for some lingering neck and back issues that have plagued him for years.
TMZ Sports revealed that Hogan underwent a "little fusion procedure" just last month, but despite the initial shockwaves sent through social media, the WWE legend is now recovering well and back on his feet. In fact, he's already back to work, preparing for the launch of his new wrestling league, Real American Freestyle, this summer.
So, what exactly happened? According to insiders, Hogan was hospitalized to address some ongoing health issues that have been a thorn in his side for years. But, despite the rumors of a potential farewell from the WWE Hall of Famer, it appears that he's not going anywhere just yet.
Hogan, whose real name is Terry Bollea, has had more than his fair share of surgeries over the years. In fact, he recently told WWE superstar Logan Paul on an episode of "Impaulsive" that he's undergone at least 25 procedures between 2014 and 2024 alone! That's right, folks; the Hulkster has been under the knife more times than you can count.
"I've had 10 back surgeries," Hogan revealed during the podcast. "Both knees and both hips replaced, shoulders - everything." It's no wonder then that he's always been so open about his health struggles over the years.
But, despite all this drama, Hogan did have a rather... unusual appearance on Fox News last month. Fans were left scratching their heads when he showed up as a special guest on Fox & Friends looking like a completely different person. His deep tan seemed to have turned into a worrying new look, complete with a dyed black beard and a strange contrast between his white hair and goatee.
One viewer took to social media to write: "Tell Hulk Hogan his face is dirty, clean that soot off." Another joked: "Does anyone believe this is Hulk Hogan?" And a third quipped: "Hulk Hogan giving off Wooly Willy vibes this am on Fox & Friends."
It's not the first time, however, that Hogan has made headlines for all the wrong reasons. Just last month, his family became embroiled in a bitter public dispute after ex-wife Linda accused him of being a "complete liar" and "sex addict." The drama doesn't seem to be dying down anytime soon either.
Linda claimed the family is "in the worst mess" after daughter Brooke cut both parents out of her life. Brooke's husband has since taken sly shots at his wife's parents while leaping to her defense in the midst of this messy family feud.
Hulk and Linda were married for an impressive 26 years between 1983 and 2009, having two children together - Brooke, 36, and Nick, 34. But despite their long marriage, it seems that even after all these years, they still can't seem to live in harmony.
Hogan has since remarried twice - first to Jennifer McDaniel in 2010 (which ended in divorce just 11 years later) and then again to Sky Daily in 2023, which Brooke infamously skipped.