Hogan, born Terry Bollea, passed away on July 24 at the age of 71, reportedly following a cardiac arrest at his home in Florida. His family confirmed the news with a heartfelt statement:

“It is with a heavy heart and deep sadness that we confirm we have lost a legend. Our beloved Terry Bollea, known worldwide as Hulk Hogan, passed away today surrounded by his loved ones… May we all take solace in the wonderful memories he left behind for the millions of fans worldwide whose lives he touched for more than four decades. He will be missed, but never forgotten.”

WWE also paid tribute to Hogan, describing him as “one of pop culture’s most recognizable figures” who helped catapult the organization to global fame during the 1980s.