Hulk Hogan’s cause of death revealed

Hulk Hogan’s official cause of death has been revealed.

Page Six can exclusively confirm that the pro wrestling legend died from acute myocardial infarction — commonly known as a heart attack — which is when blood flow to the heart muscle is suddenly blocked, causing tissue damage, per the Pinellas County Forensic Science Center.

The documents obtained by Page Six also show Hogan had a history of atrial fibrillation (AFib), which is a heart condition characterized by an irregular and often rapid heart rate.

Per the records, the former WWE superstar also had a history of leukemia CLL, a type of cancer that affects white blood cells called lymphocytes.

Hulk Hogan’s official cause of death has been revealed.
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Hogan died from acute myocardial infarction, commonly known as a heart attack.
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It does not appear that it was public knowledge that Hogan, born Terry Bollea, had ever battled cancer.

His manner of death was ruled natural. The Pinellas County Forensic Science Center provided the latest updates in a cremation summary approval report.

A spokesperson for the medical examiner’s office tells Page Six, “I am not aware when Mr. Bollea will be cremated, only that we received a request for cremation approval.”

On July 24, Hogan went into cardiac arrest at his home in Clearwater, Fla., and was transported via ambulance to Morton Plant Hospital, where he was pronounced dead. He was 71.

The Pinellas County Forensic Science Center’s report also showed Hogan had a secret history of leukemia.
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Hogan died on July 24 after going into cardiac arrest.
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“Unfortunately, we must confirm that Terry Bollea, aka Hulk Hogan, passed away this morning,” his reps told Page Six at the time. “We are heartbroken. He was such a great human being and friend.”

Hogan’s death came after weeks of speculation that his health was poor after he underwent a delicate neck surgery in May.

However, his wife, Sky Daily, tried to quiet the noise, reportedly writing via social media on July 12, “No, he’s definitely not in a coma! His heart is strong, and there was never any lack of oxygen or brain damage. None of those rumors are true.”

She then explained that Hogan had been “recovering from a major four-level Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusin (ACDF), which is an intense surgery with a long and layered healing process.”

The fitness trainer concluded at the time, “He’s healing and we’re taking it one day at a time with love, strength, and patience.”

Hogan’s loved ones shut down speculation that he was severely ill leading up to his death.
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His wife, Sky Daily, said earlier this month, “He’s healing and we’re taking it one day at a time with love, strength, and patience.”
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Hogan’s manager, Jimmy Hart, added via X on June 22, days before the wrestler died, “Hulk is doing great, doing phenomenal! Last night at karaoke with Nick [Hogan] was absolutely fantastic, baby!!!”

Since Hogan’s passing, his loved ones have issued public statements over the devastating loss.

Daily, 46, wrote via Instagram on July 25 that her heart was “in pieces,” adding, “This loss is sudden and impossible to process.”

Hogan’s son, Nick Hogan, also paid a tribute to his “best friend” via Instagram and wrote in part alongside a carousel of throwback photos, “This has been overwhelming and extremely difficult.”

The “Hogan Knows Best” alum was also present for the WWE’s televised memorial during “Monday Night Raw,” and was seen visibly moved by the occassion.

Hogan’s loved ones have shared several public tributes to the wrestling icon after his death.
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Aside from Daily (not pictured), he is survived by his two children, Brooke Hogan and Nick Hogan, whom he shared with ex-wife Linda Hogan (second from right).
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Hogan’s daughter, Brooke Hogan, who was estranged from her famous dad in recent years, insisted via social media that despite any fallouts, their bond “has never broken.”

“When he left this earth, it felt like part of my spirit left with him. I felt it before the news even reached us,” she added in the lengthy Instagram post. “I’m deeply grateful for the love, tributes, and memorials from his fans and friends. His life was one worth celebrating — and always will be.”

It was then revealed that Brooke, 37, had asked to be removed from her father’s will.

Brooke and Nick’s mother, Linda Hogan — who was married to Hulk from 1983 to 2009 — admitted in her tribute that she was still in love with her ex-husband and that it was “so hard” to know he was gone.

Hulk Hogan’s official cause of death has been revealed.

Page Six can exclusively confirm that the pro wrestling legend died from acute myocardial infarction — commonly known as a heart attack — which is when blood flow to the heart muscle is suddenly blocked, causing tissue damage, per the Pinellas County Forensic Science Center.

The documents obtained by Page Six also show Hogan had a history of atrial fibrillation (AFib), which is a heart condition characterized by an irregular and often rapid heart rate.

Per the records, the former WWE superstar also had a history of leukemia CLL, a type of cancer that affects white blood cells called lymphocytes.

Hulk Hogan’s official cause of death has been revealed.
NBAE via Getty Images
Hogan died from acute myocardial infarction, commonly known as a heart attack.
Getty Images

It does not appear that it was public knowledge that Hogan, born Terry Bollea, had ever battled cancer.

His manner of death was ruled natural. The Pinellas County Forensic Science Center provided the latest updates in a cremation summary approval report.

A spokesperson for the medical examiner’s office tells Page Six, “I am not aware when Mr. Bollea will be cremated, only that we received a request for cremation approval.”

On July 24, Hogan went into cardiac arrest at his home in Clearwater, Fla., and was transported via ambulance to Morton Plant Hospital, where he was pronounced dead. He was 71.

The Pinellas County Forensic Science Center’s report also showed Hogan had a secret history of leukemia.
Getty Images
Hogan died on July 24 after going into cardiac arrest.
Getty Images

“Unfortunately, we must confirm that Terry Bollea, aka Hulk Hogan, passed away this morning,” his reps told Page Six at the time. “We are heartbroken. He was such a great human being and friend.”

Hogan’s death came after weeks of speculation that his health was poor after he underwent a delicate neck surgery in May.

However, his wife, Sky Daily, tried to quiet the noise, reportedly writing via social media on July 12, “No, he’s definitely not in a coma! His heart is strong, and there was never any lack of oxygen or brain damage. None of those rumors are true.”

She then explained that Hogan had been “recovering from a major four-level Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusin (ACDF), which is an intense surgery with a long and layered healing process.”

The fitness trainer concluded at the time, “He’s healing and we’re taking it one day at a time with love, strength, and patience.”

Hogan’s loved ones shut down speculation that he was severely ill leading up to his death.
Getty Images
His wife, Sky Daily, said earlier this month, “He’s healing and we’re taking it one day at a time with love, strength, and patience.”
Getty Images

Hogan’s manager, Jimmy Hart, added via X on June 22, days before the wrestler died, “Hulk is doing great, doing phenomenal! Last night at karaoke with Nick [Hogan] was absolutely fantastic, baby!!!”

Since Hogan’s passing, his loved ones have issued public statements over the devastating loss.

Daily, 46, wrote via Instagram on July 25 that her heart was “in pieces,” adding, “This loss is sudden and impossible to process.”

Hogan’s son, Nick Hogan, also paid a tribute to his “best friend” via Instagram and wrote in part alongside a carousel of throwback photos, “This has been overwhelming and extremely difficult.”

The “Hogan Knows Best” alum was also present for the WWE’s televised memorial during “Monday Night Raw,” and was seen visibly moved by the occassion.

Hogan’s loved ones have shared several public tributes to the wrestling icon after his death.
Getty Images
Aside from Daily (not pictured), he is survived by his two children, Brooke Hogan and Nick Hogan, whom he shared with ex-wife Linda Hogan (second from right).
/ SplashNews.com

Hogan’s daughter, Brooke Hogan, who was estranged from her famous dad in recent years, insisted via social media that despite any fallouts, their bond “has never broken.”

“When he left this earth, it felt like part of my spirit left with him. I felt it before the news even reached us,” she added in the lengthy Instagram post. “I’m deeply grateful for the love, tributes, and memorials from his fans and friends. His life was one worth celebrating — and always will be.”

It was then revealed that Brooke, 37, had asked to be removed from her father’s will.

Brooke and Nick’s mother, Linda Hogan — who was married to Hulk from 1983 to 2009 — admitted in her tribute that she was still in love with her ex-husband and that it was “so hard” to know he was gone.

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