American wrestling icon Hulk Hogan, a larger-than-life figure who rose to fame in the 1980s and later found success in Hollywood, has died at the age of 71, according to U.S. media outlets on Thursday.
The towering entertainer, celebrated for his 6-foot-7 frame, his signature bandana, and unmistakable blond handlebar moustache, passed away at his residence in Florida.
NBC News broke the news, quoting Hogan’s longtime manager Chris Volo, while TMZ also confirmed the development through anonymous sources.
“Hulk Hogan wasn’t just a wrestling star; he was a cultural phenomenon,” Volo was quoted as saying. “His energy, his charisma, and his presence were unmatched.”
Hogan, born Terry Gene Bollea, became a household name in the 1980s through the World Wrestling Federation (now WWE) and later transitioned into film and television.
His passing marks the end of an era for many fans who grew up watching him dominate the ring.
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