Ric Flair, WWE, and TNA Superstars react to Hulk Hogan's death

Overview

• Hulk Hogan passed away at the age of 71 on the 24th of July 2025, due to a cardiac arrest
• The 2-time WWE Hall of Famer was rushed to a local hospital in Florida but couldn't be saved
• Popular WWE and TNA Superstars sent their condolences to the Wrestling legend

Hulk Hogan passed away on the 24th of July 2025 at the age of 71 due to a cardiac arrest. The 2-time WWE Hall of Famer was rushed to a local hospital in Florida but couldn't be saved. The Wrestling world has been mourning his death since then. Some of the top wrestlers like Ric Flair, Charlotte Flair, Dominik Mysterio, and others have sent their condolences.

WWE officially confirmed the news with their post on social media handles and offered its condolences to Hogan’s family, friends, and fans. It claimed Hogan was instrumental in WWE's global reach in the 1980s. TNA's President was saddened to know that Hulk was no more. Carlos Silva's statement was published on X through TNA's official handle. 

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"WWE is saddened to learn WWE Hall of Famer Hulk Hogan has passed away. One of pop culture’s most recognizable figures, Hogan helped WWE achieve global recognition in the 1980s. WWE extends its condolences to Hogan’s family, friends, and fans," wrote WWE on X.

"I am saddened to learn of the passing of pro wrestling icon Hulk Hogan. Hogan's name was synonymous with professional wrestling, transcending the industry to become an American pop culture fixture. My condolences go out to his fans, friends and family. Rest in peace," TNA's official handle wrote on X, as quoted by Silva.

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Ric Flair, Charlotte Flair, Dirty Dominik Mysterio, and others send their condolences to Hulk Hogan

Ric Flair and his daughter, Charlotte Flair, took to X and extended their condolences to Hogan. Ric was shocked to hear about his close friend, whom he claimed was on his side for a long time. Ric noted Hulk as an incredible athlete and a talent, and noted how helpful he was during his tough times in the hospital. Flair noted Hogan helped him monetarily when he was in need of treatment.

"I Am Absolutely Shocked To Hear About The Passing Of My Close Friend Hulk Hogan! Hulk Has Been By My Side Since We Started In The Wrestling Business. An Incredible Athlete, Talent, Friend, And Father! Our Friendship Has Meant The World To Me. He Was Always There For Me Even When I Didn’t Ask For Him To Be. He Was One Of The First To Visit Me When I Was In The Hospital With A 2% Chance Of Living, And He Prayed By My Bedside. Hulk Also Lent Me Money When Reid Was Sick. Hulkster, No One Will Ever Compare To You! Rest In Peace My Friend!" Ric Flair wrote on X.

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Charlotte claimed the WWE Hall of Famer to be one of those who were with her and her dad in the difficult times. Pat McAfee and Dirty Dominik Mysterio took to X and sent their condolences to the lost life. It was evident that the entire Wrestling world was shocked by the loss of one of the most influential wrestlers of all time.

"When I nearly lost my dad 8 years ago, one of the few people who was there for all of it was Hulk Hogan. My heart breaks for Nick and Brooke. Rest in peace, brother," Charlotte Flair wrote on X.

"Rest easy, brother," Pat McAfee wrote on X.

"RIP to Hulk Hogan. An American Legend," Dominik Mysterio wrote on X.

JBL claimed Hulk to be one of the reasons behind him getting into Wrestling. He regarded Hulk to be one who wanted to all the kids he brought from Bermuda. JBL claimed Hulkamania lives forever, as there will not be anyone like him.

"One of the reasons I got into wrestling. Hulk was always so nice to me and was the one celebrity who wanted to see all the kids I brought over from Bermuda. RIP legend. There will never be another. Hulkamania never dies," JBL wrote on X.