The Clearwater (Fla.) police department and Major Nate Burnside released its timeline for how it handled superstar pro wrestler Hulk Hogan’s death on Thursday at 71. The 911 call came at 9:51 a.m. ET on Thursday and resulted in immediate medical dispatch,

Inside Hulk Hogan's scandals and controversies inside and out of the wrestling ring through his decades in the public eye, before his death on Thursday, July 24 at age 71.

In May 2025, a representative for Hogan confirmed to TMZ that the “Hogan Knows Best” star underwent a “little fusion procedure” on his neck to help him “feel a little better.” By the following day, his rep confirmed, Hogan was back to work.

The 71-year-old had been estranged from his eldest child since he married his third wife, Sky Daily, in September 2023, a wedding in which Brooke did not attend.

On May 15, a representative confirmed to TMZ that Hogan had went through a “little fusion procedure” on his neck and was recovering well. It seems his last public engagement was a photo opportunity with Florida Governor Ron DeSantis on May 25, signaling a return to some public activity.

Former AEW TNT Champion Scorpio Sky remembered WWE legend Hulk Hogan on his passing, while also sharing a moment involving Cody Rhodes. Sky shared a throwback clip on social media.

A particular age group will feel it the most: "Big personalities that we grew up with are leaving and it sucks." This fan noted the similarities this week: "Ozzy and now Hulk, a sad week." A true fan: Hogan was well-connected with NASCAR.

Hulk Hogan's journey from WWE wrestling star to Hollywood actor included memorable roles in "Rocky III" and the reality show "Hogan Knows Best" before his death at age 71.