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The son of Hulk Hogan wrote his thoughts after the death of his father, the wrestling icon he described as “best friend” and “heroes”.
Nick Hogan posted a 20 photos of 20 photos on Instagram of himself and his father over the years, and has written an emotional legend to accompany them.
Hogan, whose real name is Terry Bollea, died Thursday after undergoing a possible cardiac arrest.
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Nick Hogan and Hulk Hogan in 2005 Taurus World Stunt Awards – Red Carpet at Paramount Studios in Los Angeles, California, United States. (J. Vespa / Wireimage for Stellarquest Pr and Consultation)
“It was overwhelming and extremely difficult,” Hogan wrote in his tribute to his father. “Hearing so many words and stories about my father’s life, interactions and experiences with everyone was incredible and comforting. My father was the most incredible person I have ever known and will always be my hero. He was the nicest, most loving and most incredible father that everyone can ask.
“I spent a lot of time with him in recent years after having returned to Florida to get closer to him and I am so grateful for these memories. These are the best moments of my life. I would do anything to recover it, but I now know that he will always watch over me.
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“Thank you for being the best father in the world and thank you for being my best friend. I love you so many big dogs and I will miss you forever.”
Nick is the daughter of the “Hulkster” and her ex-wife Linda, with whom they also shared a girl, Brooke, with. Hulk and Linda Hogan asked for divorce in 2007.
Before the divorce, the family was presented in the successful reality TV show VH1, “Hogan Knows Best”, which was broadcast from 2005 to 2007.
Tana Lee, Nick Hogan’s wife, also published a tribute to her stepfather after his death. This showed them together on the day of his wedding in January, among other Instagram stories on his page to honor him.
Nick Hogan, Brooke Hogan, Linda Hogan and Hulk Hogan (Carley Margolis / FilmMagic)
Tributes to Hogan flocked from everywhere, as a former colleagues of struggle, celebrities, family, friends and many others remembered the greater than life personality that shone inside and outside the ring.
“WWE is saddened to learn the WWE renown temple, Hulk Hogan, has died,” wrote the company on Thursday, confirming the news of its death. “One of the most recognizable figures in pop culture, Hogan helped WWE obtain global recognition in the 1980s.
“WWE has its condolences to the family, friends and fans of Hogan.”
Hogan was to join the former professional director of struggle, Eric Bischoff, in a new company called Real American Freestyle. It was a new attempt to set the fight on the map. Hogan also plunged his toe into politicians. He perplexed for President Donald Trump to the National Republican Convention and during a Garden Rally of Madison Square last year.
“We have lost our commissioner. We lost a friend. And the wrestling sport lost one of his greatest champions, not only in the ring, but in mind,” said the CEO and co-founder of Real American Freestyle (RAF), Chad Bronstein, in a statement.
Nick Hogan poses with his father, the WWE icon, Hulk Hogan, who died on July 24, 2025 at 71 years old. (Alberto E. Rodriguez / Getty Images)
“Hulk Hogan thought that the struggle was more than a simple entertainment. He saw it as a brotherhood, a test field and a platform for grandeur. This is what the real American freestyle was built to be, a new step for the most difficult and passionate athletes of the earth. And Hulk was at the center of it.
“From the first day, he threw his weight behind this league. He met athletes. He watched the band, shared stories and presented himself as he could. Raf was personal, something bigger than us all. This league is part of his heritage, and we intend to honor him.”
