Farewell to an Icon: Hulk Hogan Passes Away

Hulk Hogan, legendary wrestler and pop culture icon, has passed away at 71. Known for his mustachioed look and bandanas, he was a WWE cornerstone, headlined the first WrestleMania, and clinched multiple championships. His 2016 lawsuit win against Gawker highlighted his ongoing influence.

Hulk Hogan, the iconic wrestling figure known for his headscarf and mustache, has passed away at 71, Florida police confirmed Thursday.

Authorities attended to a cardiac arrest call in Clearwater, where Hogan, born Terry Bollea, was declared dead. Hogan captivated fans in WWE's history, headlining the inaugural WrestleMania in 1985, alongside legends like Andre The Giant and Vince McMahon.

A six-time WWE champion, Hogan was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2005. In 2016, he won a landmark $115 million in a privacy-invading sex tape lawsuit against Gawker Media. WWE mourned his loss, saying Hogan's influence helped elevate the organization to global fame.

(With inputs from agencies.)