Hulk Hogan Underwent 25 Surgeries Before His Heartbreaking Death originally appeared on Parade.
Wrestling icon Hulk Hogan has died at the age of 71, following a reported cardiac arrest. The shocking news comes after Hogan opened up about his declining health and the toll his legendary wrestling career had taken on his body.
Hulk Hogan Had 25 Surgeries in 10 Years
In a September 2024 appearance on Logan Paul‘s “IMPAULSIVE” podcast, Hogan revealed that he had undergone a staggering 25 surgeries over the past decade.
“I’ve had like 25 surgeries in the last ten years. Ten of them were back surgeries,” Hogan told Paul. “Nobody told me this gimmick stuff was fake. I’ve had 10 back surgeries, both knees and both hips replaced, shoulders — everything.”
The WWE Hall of Famer also reflected on the physically punishing early days of professional wrestling. He recalled how Andre the Giant once warned him about the dangerous condition of older wrestling rings.
“The equipment back in the day when I started wrestling in ’77 was a little different than the rings and stuff you guys are working in now,” Hogan said. “Andre used to tell me, ‘Boss, don’t fall down. You won’t get back up.’ It was like a 22-foot boxing ring that had lumps in it, boards sticking up—it was horrible.”
Hulk Hogan’s Health Issues Before His Death
In the months leading up to his death, Hogan’s public appearances sparked concern among fans. After appearing on Fox & Friends to promote his new wrestling league, many noted the WWE icon looked “unwell.”
Soon after, Hogan was reportedly hospitalized for neck and back issues, undergoing a minor cervical fusion surgery. Rumors quickly spread that he was on his “deathbed,” but his representatives shut down those claims.
“He just needs from time to time a medical check-up,” a spokesperson reportedly told The Independent, adding there were “no reasons to panic.”
Hulk Hogan’s Cause of Death: Cardiac Arrest Reported
As of now, Hogan’s cause of death is being reported as cardiac arrest, though official confirmation and more details are expected in the coming days.
Hulk Hogan Underwent 25 Surgeries Before His Heartbreaking Death first appeared on Parade on Jul 24, 2025
This story was originally reported by Parade on Jul 24, 2025, where it first appeared.
