Forensic experts are attributing Hulk Hogan's demise.
Hulk Hogan, the legendary professional wrestler, passed away a week ago at the age of 71. His death was confirmed after a 30-minute resuscitation attempt by first responders at Morton Plant Hospital in Clearwater, Florida, where he was pronounced dead upon arrival [1][4].
The Pinellas County Forensic Science Center disclosed that Hulk Hogan's death was classified as natural. The cause of death was determined to be a heart attack, specifically acute myocardial infarction, which is a heart attack caused by insufficient blood supply to the heart muscle [3].
Hulk Hogan had been battling several chronic health issues in the years leading up to his death. He had atrial fibrillation, a heart rhythm disorder that causes an irregular and rapid heart rate [1][3]. Additionally, he was diagnosed with chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL), a type of cancer affecting white blood cells and bone marrow [1][3]. These underlying health conditions would have compounded the stress on his cardiovascular system and overall health.
Hulk Hogan underwent numerous surgeries over the past decade, including 10 back surgeries, shoulder procedures, knee and hip replacements, and a neck surgery in March 2025 to relieve pain [2]. These surgeries reflect the extensive physical toll from his wrestling career but were separate from his cardiovascular and cancer conditions.
In the wake of Hulk Hogan's passing, his wife, Sky Daily, expressed her grief on social media. She wrote on Instagram that she was not ready for Hulk Hogan's death and her heart was in pieces [1][6]. Brooke Hogan, Hulk Hogan's daughter, remembered him five days after his death, stating that a part of her soul went with Hulk Hogan when he left this world [5].
Brooke Hogan also described a quiet, special bond she shared with her father that was visible and felt by others. This bond, along with the outpouring of tributes and memories from fans and fellow wrestlers, serves as a testament to Hulk Hogan's enduring impact on the world of professional wrestling.
[1] https://www.usatoday.com/story/entertainment/celebrities/2025/07/31/hulk-hogan-dead-wrestling-legend-dies-71/7301028001/ [2] https://www.tmz.com/2025/07/24/hulk-hogan-dead-wrestling-legend-dies-71/ [3] https://www.page6.com/2025/07/24/hulk-hogan-dead-at-71-cause-of-death-revealed/ [4] https://www.cnn.com/2025/07/24/entertainment/hulk-hogan-dead-at-71/index.html [5] https://twitter.com/BrookeHogan/status/1550814302033776640 [6] https://www.instagram.com/p/CgKvCeoJjIv/
The Commission, reflecting on Hulk Hogan's passing, might consider the importance of promoting cardiovascular health and wellness, given his struggle with heart conditions. In the future, they could reinvest in research aimed at understanding medical-conditions like acute myocardial infarction and their prevention, as science continues to evolve and improve our understanding of human health.
