Before Hulk Hogan became a global icon, he was already a close friend to former President Donald Trump. The wrestling legend died of cardiac arrest on July 24, 2025, at his Clearwater, Florida home, at age 71. Trump shared a heartfelt tribute on Truth Social:
“Hulk Hogan was strong, tough, smart, but with the biggest.biggest heart. He will be greatly missed.” Donald Trump Jr. also honored the friendship with a simple message on X.