Nick Hogan Reflects on His Father Hulk Hogan’s Passing

Nick Hogan shared his thoughts on the death of his father, wrestling legend Hulk Hogan, whom he described as both his “best friend” and “hero.” Over time, Nick has posted numerous photo collections on social media, often accompanied by heartfelt captions.

Hulk, whose real name was Terry Borea, passed away on Thursday, possibly due to cardiac arrest.

“This was overwhelming and extremely difficult,” Nick said in a tribute to his father. “It was incredibly comforting to hear so many kinds of words and stories about my father’s life and interactions with everyone. He is the most amazing person I’ve ever known and will always be my hero.” He went on to say that the time he spent with Hulk in recent years were among the best moments of his life.

Nick expressed his gratitude, stating, “Thank you for being the best dad in the world, for being my best friend. I love you so much. I will miss you forever.”

Hulk Hogan was the father of Nick and his sister Brooke with their ex-wife Linda. The couple divorced in 2007, right around the time they starred in the reality show “Hogan Knows Best,” which aired from 2005 to 2007.

Nick’s wife, Tana Lee, also honored Hulk with memories from their wedding day and shared moments on Instagram.

Many people, including former wrestling colleagues, celebrities, and fans, recognized Hulk’s larger-than-life personality. WWE expressed their sorrow, stating, “WWE is saddened to learn that Hall of Famer Hulk Hogan has passed away. He was a significant figure in popular culture, helping to elevate WWE’s global presence in the 1980s.” They offered condolences to his family and fans.

Beyond wrestling, Hulk Hogan had also ventured into new projects, including one called Real American Freestyle, aiming to popularize freestyle wrestling. He even made appearances at political events, such as the Republican National Convention.

Chad Bronstein, CEO of Real American Freestyle, reflected on Hulk’s influence, saying, “We lost our commissioner, our friend. The sport of wrestling has lost a champion, not just in the ring but in spirit.” Hogan believed wrestling was more than just entertainment; he viewed it as a platform for dignity and camaraderie.