Hulk Hogan's son shares emotional tribute after wrestling icon's loss of life

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Hulk Hogan ’s son has penned his ideas following the loss of life of his father, the wrestling icon who he known as his "finest pal" and "hero."

Nick Hogan posted a carousel of 20 photos on Instagram of himself and his father through the years, and wrote an emotional caption to accompany them.

Hogan, whose actual title is Terry Bollea, died Thursday after he suffered a potential cardiac arrest.

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Nick Hogan and Hulk Hogan throughout 2005 Taurus World Stunt Awards - Pink Carpet at Paramount Studios in Los Angeles, California, United States. (J. Vespa/WireImage for StellarQuest PR and Consulting)

"This has been overwhelming and intensely troublesome," Hogan wrote in his tribute to his father. "Listening to so many varieties phrases and tales about my dad’s life, interactions and experiences with everybody has been unbelievable and comforting. My dad was probably the most unbelievable individual I’ve ever identified and can at all times be my hero. He was probably the most sort, loving and superb father anyone may ask for.

"I spent plenty of time with him the previous few years after shifting again to Florida to be nearer to him and I'm so grateful for these reminiscences. They're the most effective moments in my life. I might do something to have him again, however I do know now that he'll at all times be watching over me. I'll at all times keep in mind the teachings and recommendation he gave me and keep on in a manner that I do know would make him proud.

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"Thanks for being the most effective dad on the planet and thanks for being my finest pal. I really like you a lot Massive Canine and I'll miss you ceaselessly."

Nick is the daughter of the "Hulkster" and his ex-wife Linda, who in addition they shared a daughter, Brooke, with. Hulk and Linda Hogan filed for divorce in 2007.

Earlier than the divorce, the household was featured on the hit VH1 actuality present, "Hogan Is aware of Greatest," which aired from 2005-07.

Tana Lee, the spouse of Nick Hogan, additionally posted a tribute to her father-in-law following his loss of life. It confirmed them collectively on her marriage ceremony day in January, amongst different Instagram Tales on her web page to honor him.

Nick Hogan, Brooke Hogan, Linda Hogan and Hulk Hogan (Carley Margolis/FilmMagic)

Tributes to Hogan have poured in from throughout, as former wrestling colleagues, celebrities, household, associates, and plenty of extra remembered the bigger-than-life persona that shined in and out of the ring.

"WWE is saddened to study WWE Corridor of Famer Hulk Hogan has handed away," the corporate wrote on Thursday, confirming information of his loss of life. "One of popular culture’s most recognizable figures, Hogan helped WWE obtain world recognition within the Nineteen Eighties.

"WWE extends its condolences to Hogan’s household, associates, and followers."

Hogan was set to affix former professional wrestling govt Eric Bischoff in a brand new enterprise referred to as Actual American Freestyle. It was a recent try at placing freestyle wrestling on the map. Hogan additionally dipped his toe into the political waters. He stumped for President Donald Trump on the Republican Nationwide Conference and at a Madison Sq. Backyard rally final yr.

"We misplaced our Commissioner. We misplaced a pal. And the game of wrestling misplaced certainly one of its biggest champions, not simply within the ring, however in spirit," Actual American Freestyle (RAF) CEO and co-founder Chad Bronstein stated in a press release.

Nick Hogan poses together with his father, WWE icon Hulk Hogan, who handed away on July 24, 2025 at 71 years outdated. (Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Photos)

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"Hulk Hogan believed wrestling was extra than simply leisure. He noticed it as a brotherhood, a proving floor and a platform for greatness. That’s what Actual American Freestyle was constructed to be, a brand new stage for the hardest, most passionate athletes on Earth. And Hulk was on the heart of it.

"From day one, he threw his weight behind this league. He met with athletes. He watched tape, shared tales, and confirmed up like solely he may. RAF was private to him, one thing greater than all of us. This league is a part of his legacy, and we intend to honor it."