Hulk Hogan’s Funeral Taking Place Today in Clearwater

Hulk Hogan’s final farewell is happening today in Clearwater, Florida.

Local media reports confirm that funeral services for the WWE Hall of Famer will be held on August 5, following his shocking death on July 24. Hogan, real name Terry Bollea, was 71 years old when he died after going into cardiac arrest at his Clearwater home. He was rushed to Morton Plant Hospital, where he was pronounced dead.

While fans were already grappling with the sudden loss of the wrestling legend, the official cause of death revealed even more.

According to the Pinellas County Forensic Science Center, Hogan died from “acute myocardial infarction” — more commonly known as a heart attack. His death was officially ruled natural.

But what truly stunned fans was what hadn’t been known publicly. The medical examiner’s report confirmed that Hogan had been privately battling chronic lymphocytic leukemia — a form of cancer that affects white blood cells. This diagnosis had never been disclosed before his passing.

The report also mentioned that Hogan had a history of atrial fibrillation, a condition that causes irregular heart rhythm and can increase the risk of stroke and cardiac complications.

A spokesperson for the medical examiner’s office said they had received a cremation request but added, “I am not aware when Mr. Bollea will be cremated.”

Hogan’s funeral service today marks the final chapter in the life of one of the most recognizable figures in professional wrestling. Fans around the world continue to mourn the man who defined an era with his larger-than-life persona and unforgettable charisma.

Hulk Hogan may be gone, but his legacy will live forever in the hearts of generations who grew up saying their prayers and taking their vitamins.

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