Hogan was pronounced dead at hospital less than 90 minutes after medics arrived at his home in Clearwater, Florida, on July 24
18:26, 31 Jul 2025Updated 18:26, 31 Jul 2025
Hulk Hogan died on July 24(Image: Getty Images)
Hulk Hogan’s cause of death has been revealed, one week after he died at the age of 71.
Hogan, whose real name was Terry Bollea, was pronounced dead at hospital, less than 90 minutes after medics arrived at his home in Clearwater, Florida, on July 24.
A medical examiner’s report has now found that he died of a heart attack. The report from the District Six Medical Examiner also said Hogan previously had leukaemia and atrial fibrillation, an irregular heart rhythm.
Hogan was a leading figure in wrestling during the 1980s and won six WWE Championships.
He faced names including Andre the Giant and Randy Savage and enjoyed a career in the media, featuring in films and television shows.
His death was confirmed by the WWE last week, who posted a statement on X saying: “WWE is saddened to learn WWE Hall of Famer Hulk Hogan has passed away.
“One of pop culture’s most recognisable figures, Hogan helped WWE achieve global recognition in the 1980s.
“WWE extends its condolences to Hogan’s family, friends, and fans.”
Paying tribute to Hogan at the time, friend and wrestler Ric Flair said: “I am absolutely shocked to hear about the passing of my close friend @HulkHogan! Hulk has been by my side since we started in the wrestling business.
“An incredible athlete, talent, friend, and father!”
Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson also paid tribute to his “childhood hero”. In an Instagram post, Johnson said: “Rest in peace, Terry Bollea aka the immortal Hulk Hogan.
“To millions of little kids you were a childhood hero – myself included.
“In 1984, I gave you your ‘Hulkster’ headband back, in the locker room in Madison Square Garden – I was the lucky kid caught it when you threw it in the crowd.
“You were wrestling Mr Wonderful, Paul Orndorff, that night in the main event. You were shocked and so happy after the match because you told me that was your very last headband and if it weren’t for me, you’d have no way of getting that exact one made again.
“You promised me that you would get more made and give me a ‘Hulkster’ headband of my own as a thank you gift.
“A month later in Madison Square Garden, you did just that. You kept your word, with a handshake and a ‘thanks kid’, and that meant the world to that little 12 year old boy.”