Sylvester Stallone Heartbroken After Hulk Hogan’s Passing

Hollywood legend Sylvester Stallone has now paid tribute to Hulk Hogan after the Hulkster’s sudden demise.

Sylvester Stallone uploaded a post on his Facebook account, as he shared his sadness over Hulk Hogan’s passing, remembering when they first met when Hogan was just 26 years old.

Stallone said Hogan was a great person and a true showman whose talent helped make Rocky III something special. Stallone said his heart is broken over the loss and still finds it hard to believe Hogan is gone.

“I had the pleasure of meeting this brilliant personality and showman when he was 26 years old. He was absolutely wonderful and his amazing skill made Rocky three incredibly special. My heart breaks. I think that he’s gone…”

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In Rocky III, Hulk Hogan had a memorable role as Thunderlips, a flashy and over-the-top professional wrestler. This appearance came before he became a worldwide wrestling superstar and helped boost his early popularity. In the movie, Thunderlips faces off against Rocky Balboa in a charity exhibition match, creating one of the film’s most entertaining moments.

As people around the world continue to mourn Hulk Hogan’s passing, tributes like Sylvester Stallone’s show just how much he meant to others both personally and professionally. From his legendary wrestling career to his role in big Hollywood movies, the Hulkster’s influence can still be felt to this very day and that’s never going to change.

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