‘Absolutely shocked’: Politicians, celebrities react to Hulk Hogan’s death
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‘Absolutely shocked’: Politicians, celebrities react to Hulk Hogan’s death
WWE, a wrestling promotion that signed Hogan when it was still known as WWF, posted its reaction to X shortly after Hogan’s passing was announced. Florida’s 13th congressional district representative Anna Paulina Luna said it was “an honor” to be Hogan’s representative since he lived and owned a restaurant, Hogan’s Hangout, in Clearwater. WWE Hall of Famer Sgt. Slaughter said he was “saddened” to hear about Hogan’s death. Other notable figures included Donald Trump Jr., conspiracy theorist and radio show host Alex Jones and country artist Lee Greenwood.
WWE, a wrestling promotion that signed Hogan when it was still known as WWF, posted its reaction to X shortly after Hogan’s passing was announced.
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. — WWE (@WWE) July 24, 2025
Retired professional wrestler Ric Flair also took to X to share his reaction to Hogan’s passing.
I Am Absolutely Shocked To Hear About The Passing Of My Close Friend @HulkHogan! 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… pic.twitter.com/rOWLakMjr4 — Ric Flair® (@RicFlairNatrBoy) July 24, 2025
Florida’s 13th congressional district representative Anna Paulina Luna said it was “an honor” to be Hogan’s representative since he lived and owned a restaurant, Hogan’s Hangout, in Clearwater.
“RIP to the great Hulk Hogan, who lived right here in FL-13,” Luna posted to X. “Gone, but the legend of Hulkamania will run wild forever.”
WWE Hall of Famer Sgt. Slaughter said he was “saddened” to hear about Hogan’s passing.
Saddened To Hear About The Passing of Hulk Hogan…I Guess God Needed An Incredible Angel😇R.I.P.🙏🏻My Friend❤️ pic.twitter.com/BvWZTWCGoN — SGT SLAUGHTER (@_SgtSlaughter) July 24, 2025
Other notable figures included Donald Trump Jr., conspiracy theorist and radio show host Alex Jones and country artist Lee Greenwood.
Clearwater city officials said the 71-year-old was treated by Clearwater Fire & Rescue crews before being taken by Sunstar to Morton Plant Hospital, where he was pronounced dead. Hogan was marred by controversy later in life and has had deep ties to the Tampa Bay area for decades.