The death of WWE legend Hulk Hogan at the age of 71 from cardiac arrest has sparked a wave of online backlash that, for many, has overshadowed traditional mourning. Once hailed as the face of wrestling's golden era, Hogan, whose real name was Terry Bollea, now finds his legacy entangled in decades of personal controversy. While tributes have emerged from fans and fellow wrestlers, large swathes of social media have been flooded with sarcastic memes, celebratory posts and biting commentary, revealing just how sharply public sentiment toward the once-beloved 'Hulkster' has shifted.
Hulk Hogan passed away on the 10 year anniversary of his racist recordings being published. pic.twitter.com/HLyz0d3YkR
— Wrestle Ops (@WrestleOps) July 24, 2025
