{"id":22215,"date":"2025-07-27T14:23:18","date_gmt":"2025-07-27T14:23:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/news-vm.com\/?p=22215"},"modified":"2025-07-27T14:23:18","modified_gmt":"2025-07-27T14:23:18","slug":"donald-trump-speaks-out-on-hulk-hogans-death","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/news-vm.com\/?p=22215","title":{"rendered":"Donald Trump Speaks Out on Hulk Hogan\u2019s Death"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>Hulk Hogan\u2019s Death Leaves Trump and Fans Mourning a Legend<\/strong><\/p><div class=\"kukfm69f637105797f\" ><div style=\"width:100%; max-width:1200px; margin:0 auto;\">\n  <a href=\"https:\/\/bolt-casino.com?r=0BFDBF1283\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\n    <img \n      src=\"https:\/\/news-vm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/f8693ebb-2018-480f-a2f7-0096810c07f0.jpg\" \n      alt=\"200% Deposit Bonus + 10% Cashback\" \n      style=\"width:100%; height:auto; display:block; border-radius:8px; cursor:pointer;\"\n    \/>\n  <\/a>\n<\/div><\/div><style type=\"text\/css\">\r\n@media screen and (min-width: 1201px) {\r\n.kukfm69f637105797f {\r\ndisplay: block;\r\n}\r\n}\r\n@media screen and (min-width: 993px) and (max-width: 1200px) {\r\n.kukfm69f637105797f {\r\ndisplay: block;\r\n}\r\n}\r\n@media screen and (min-width: 769px) and (max-width: 992px) {\r\n.kukfm69f637105797f {\r\ndisplay: block;\r\n}\r\n}\r\n@media screen and (min-width: 768px) and (max-width: 768px) {\r\n.kukfm69f637105797f {\r\ndisplay: block;\r\n}\r\n}\r\n@media screen and (max-width: 767px) {\r\n.kukfm69f637105797f {\r\ndisplay: block;\r\n}\r\n}\r\n<\/style>\r\n\n<p>Before Hulk Hogan became a global icon, he was already a close friend to former President Donald Trump. Hogan, 71, passed away from cardiac arrest at his Clearwater, Florida home on July 24, 2025. Trump took to Truth Social to mourn, calling him \u201cstrong, tough, smart, but with the biggest heart.\u201d<\/p>\n<div class=\"code-block code-block-8\">\n<div id=\"primedailys.com_responsive_2\" data-google-query-id=\"COiNjaqe3Y4DFVWY_Qcd1BAQgg\">\n<div id=\"google_ads_iframe_\/23207117756\/primedailys.com\/primedailys.com_responsive_2_0__container__\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>Donald Trump Jr. echoed the sentiment with a heartfelt post on X. Their friendship began over 35 years ago in Atlantic City and remained strong throughout the decades. Hogan frequently appeared at Trump-hosted wrestling events, and Trump was often ringside, cheering him on.<\/p>\n<p>One of Hogan\u2019s proudest moments was winning a world title at WrestleMania at Trump Plaza. Their bond went far beyond public appearances\u2014it was grounded in true loyalty and friendship.<\/p>\n<div class=\"code-block code-block-9\">\n<div id=\"primedailys.com_responsive_3\" data-google-query-id=\"CNDCjqqe3Y4DFY-T_Qcd0A8gWw\">\n<div id=\"google_ads_iframe_\/23207117756\/primedailys.com\/primedailys.com_responsive_3_0__container__\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>Hogan\u2019s death came just weeks after a seemingly successful neck surgery. While rumors had circulated about his declining health, his wife Sky had reassured fans that he was recovering well.<\/p>\n<p>His passing now casts uncertainty over projects he was deeply passionate about, including the Real American Freestyle league and his beer brand. Hogan\u2019s image remained a symbol of brotherhood and strength until the end.<\/p>\n<p>Beyond wrestling, he became a pop culture figure with roles in\u00a0<em>Thunder in Paradise<\/em>\u00a0and\u00a0<em>Hogan Knows Best<\/em>, giving fans a glimpse into his family life and softer side.<\/p>\n<p>For Trump and others close to him, Hogan was more than a showman\u2014he was a true friend. To fans, he was a hero who transformed wrestling into a family-friendly spectacle.<\/p>\n<p>Though he\u2019s gone, Hogan\u2019s voice, charisma, and legacy will live on in the hearts of millions. He didn\u2019t just fight in the ring\u2014he fought for his place in history. And he\u2019ll never be forgotten.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Hulk Hogan\u2019s Death Leaves Trump and Fans Mourning a Legend Before Hulk Hogan became a global icon, he was already a close friend to former President Donald Trump. Hogan, 71, passed away from cardiac arrest at his Clearwater, Florida home on July 24, 2025. 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