The post, shared on July 19, showed Linda and Hulk dressed formally at the 1996 NATPE Convention in Las Vegas. She wore a black gown, her arm wrapped around the WWE legend. “The good old days!” she captioned it. Four days later, Hulk Hogan born Terry Gene Bollea died at age 71 following a reported cardiac arrest at his home in Clearwater, Florida.
According to emergency responders rushed to the wrestling star’s home Thursday morning after receiving a 911 call. He was carried out on a stretcher and transported by ambulance, but his condition quickly worsened. The official cause of death has not yet been released.
Linda, 65, was married to Hogan from 1983 until their high-profile divorce in 2009. They share two children, daughter Brooke, 36, and son Nick, also 36. Although Linda has remained largely out of the public eye in recent years, her tribute just before his passing stirred deep emotions among fans.
Hogan’s son Nick paid his own tribute last month, posting a heartfelt Father’s Day message on Instagram. “Had a great Father’s Day with the GOAT! Happy Father’s Day to all the awesome dads!” he wrote, alongside a throwback photo of him with his dad.
Despite the emotional tributes, the family has faced challenges. In March, Linda revealed that she was estranged from her daughter Brooke, saying on Instagram that their family was “the worst mess.”
Hogan’s most recent wife, Sky Daily, spoke publicly just last week, denying rumors about his health. “No, he’s definitely not in a coma!” she told a concerned fan online, according to. She confirmed he had undergone a serious four-level Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion (ACDF) procedure but insisted he was on the road to recovery.
“His heart is strong,” Daily said, dismissing online speculation. “There was never any lack of oxygen or brain damage.” Hogan and Daily married in September 2023, following his divorce from Jennifer McDaniel, whom he was married to from 2010 to 2021.
Fans across the wrestling world are mourning the loss of the man who helped bring professional wrestling to the mainstream. Hulk Hogan was more than a champion in the ring — he was a symbol of an era.
More details are expected as the family releases official statements and funeral arrangements are confirmed.