Hogan also famously wrestled for WWE competitor World Championship Wrestling (WCW) in the 1990s, turning heel (wrestling parlance for bad guy) and becoming Hollywood Hulk Hogan as a member of the New World Order (NWO). He has also wrestled for promotions like New Japan Pro Wrestling and TNA.

WWE honored wrestling legend Hulk Hogan with a video tribute ahead of SmackDown after his death at age 71, celebrating his decorated career that included six WWE championships

Daily was one of many who publicly admired Hogan in the hours after he died. In his memorable tribute, Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson, who followed Hulk's path from wrestler to movie star, called him a " childhood hero ."

Brooke Hogan's husband Steven Oleksy shared a tribute to Hulk Hogan and said it's a 'challenging time' for them after the WWE star's death on Thursday, July 24.

Hulk Hogan, a wrestling icon of the 1980s, captivated audiences with his larger-than-life persona. Known for his patriotic image and electrifying performances, Hogan became a symbol of American culture.

Trump led a wave of tributes honoring Hulk Hogan, born Terry Gene Bollea, who lived in Clearwater, Florida. WWE star died of cardiac arrest at age 71.

Hulk Hogan's close friend Jimmy Hart talks exclusively to PEOPLE about the WWE star's health in his final days and reflects on his friendship, after Hogan's death on Thursday, July 24.

"Hulk Hogan wasn’t just a partner. He was a dear friend," Rich Rosen, who partnered with Hogan on the bar, told Page Six of his plans to move ahead with Slam.