Hulk Hogan Dead at 71

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Legendary wrestler Hulk Hogan passed away. It’s been reported that he suffered a cardiac arrest at his Tampa, Florida residence on July 24th, but despite the valiant efforts of medical professionals, they were unable to revive him.

He was 71 years old.

  • Hulk Hogan (real name Terry Gene Bollea) had been rumored to be in poor health for several months but family disputed reports from June that he was on his death bed.
  • In recent months he’d been working to develop an amateur wrestling league called Real American Freestyle.
  • TMZ was first to report on Hogan’s death.

There’s no official confirmation from Hogan’s family regarding recent news, and his social media accounts don’t contain any relevant posts.

How Did Hulk Hogan Die?

Over the course of his wrestling career, Hulk Hogan has experienced numerous surgeries due to injuries he sustained. Last autumn, he admitted to having ten back operations over a decade. However, when it was reported that he was near death last month, his team clarified to E! News that while he had recently undergone neck surgery, there was no cause for alarm.

The exact reason behind Hogan’s demise might not be disclosed for several days or even weeks, but it seems like it was unexpected. In disseminating this information, TMZ shared a snippet of a 911 call that ultimately led to the arrival of numerous EMTs and police vehicles at his residence in Clearwater, Florida.

On social platforms, Hogan carried on with his regular activities – extensively advertising his fresh wrestling enterprise, along with his beer and other endeavors.

This story is developing.

10 TV Shows People Love to Hate-Watch

1. And Just Like That…

The original “Sex and the City” TV series, which premiered on HBO in 1998, was groundbreaking and trailblazing in its portrayal of four women dealing with love, careers, sex, and friendship. However, its 2020s revival series, titled “And Just Like That,” falls short in comparison. One of the most glaring issues is the absence of Kim Cattrall’s character Samantha Jones, arguably the show’s best character.

Despite this and other criticisms, such as the weakening of strong characters like Miranda or the poor fashion choices that seem to mock rather than set trends, I find myself compelled to keep watching due to my nostalgia for the original series.

The original “Sex and the City” was revolutionary, but its revival, “And Just Like That,” disappoints in several ways, including the absence of Kim Cattrall’s character Samantha Jones. Despite this and other flaws, I can’t help but keep watching due to my fondness for the original series.

2. American Horror Story

The initial seasons of “American Horror Story,” from “Murder House” to “Freak Show,” were almost perfection when it came to delivering chilling terror and spooky fun, along with an impressive lineup of famous faces. However, things started to shift. While there were still exceptional performances like Lady Gaga in “Hotel,” the show by Ryan Murphy and Brad Falchuk seems to have moved away from compelling storytelling towards sensationalized horror and obvious social messages.

Over time, what was once a captivating horror experience turned into a generic haunted house with tacky decorations due to unresolved storylines, recurring characters, and illogical writing. Some viewers continue to watch in the hope that the show will revert back to its original quality.

3. Riverdale

In a twist that left many viewers puzzled, the initially straightforward murder mystery series “Riverdale,” based on 1940s comics, veered unexpectedly into excessively supernatural territories. Over the span of seven seasons, this teen drama has taken a wild ride from a group of high school friends investigating their hometown’s crime to a realm that feels anything but real. Each season becomes increasingly bizarre and complex, with dialogue that borders on the corny. The show features organ-harvesting cults, alien abductions, witchcraft, superpowers, time travel, among other strange elements. Despite its devoted fanbase, some viewers can’t help but watch due to a dark fascination stemming from the fact that “Riverdale” is adapted from the Archie comics.

4. Emily in Paris

In an unexpected twist, there’s something captivating about a main character you find yourself wanting to oppose. Emily from Netflix’s “Emily in Paris” isn’t necessarily a villain; she’s actually quite kind-hearted and somewhat endearing. However, just like when an unproductive colleague is promoted, it’s infuriating to witness someone who’s so dreadfully inept at their job reap endless rewards they don’t deserve.

Despite the constant accolades and chances presented to her, Emily struggles terribly with her high-profile PR position in Paris, a city she seemingly glides through without making much effort to learn the language or immerse herself in local customs and standards. Although her intentions are usually noble, she interferes excessively with people’s careers and relationships, becoming increasingly annoying, and makes some rather dubious decisions (even with her wardrobe), which make her an unsympathetic protagonist. As for the show itself, the narrative is absurd, the fashion is a garish display of influencer closets, and the dialogue is delightfully cheesy, making it ideal for mindless, so-bad-it’s-good entertainment.

5. Grey’s Anatomy

Although Grey’s Anatomy is one of TV’s biggest hits, it doesn’t mean it’s flawless. Over its 21 seasons and counting, some fans find themselves watching out of a sense of duty rather than enjoyment, as the series has experienced a dip in quality and tends to repeat storylines, often featuring characters that can be hard to stomach.
Some viewers take delight in poking fun at the show’s implausible medical cases or revel in the melodramatic plots, cheesy dialogue, and irritatingly dysfunctional characters who should have learned better by now. In summary, Grey’s Anatomy serves as an entertaining yet guilty pleasure for many fans.

6. The Idol

As a devoted fan, I can’t help but express my disappointment when a promising show fails to live up to expectations. The term “dull” might as well be a death knell for a series, and that’s exactly what many critics said about Sam Levinson’s short-lived music industry drama, “The Idol.” Premiering on HBO in 2023, this five-episode series was unfortunately axed after its controversial first season.

The story revolves around a tormented pop star navigating complex relationships with a questionable nightclub owner-turned-cult leader. This character, portrayed by the show’s co-creator and musician The Weeknd (Abel Tesfaye), raised quite a stir – both positive and negative.

However, the series was criticized for its perverse and joyless approach to pushing boundaries. From the plot to the characters, everything seemed weighed down by an excessive attempt at edginess. Most viewers didn’t tune in for a thought-provoking or skillfully acted production, but rather for the spectacle of a sensational, oversexed TV drama that they could discuss on social media. It was like watching a trainwreck you couldn’t look away from.

7. Invasion

Fans of the Apple TV+ sci-fi series “Invasion” criticize it as being unoriginal, repetitive, and featuring some questionable performances. Despite these issues, some viewers continue to watch due to their initial investment in the show, enjoyment of critiquing it online, or a scarcity of alien-themed series on TV recently. This persistent interest may explain why “Invasion” has been renewed for another season.

8. The Walking Dead

The TV series The Walking Dead is generally well-regarded, but it has its drawbacks. This long-running horror-drama show, which spawned an extensive media empire with several spinoffs, focuses on a band of survivors dealing with the aftermath of a zombie apocalypse. However, similar to how the series’ decaying undead walkers stumble along, some critics claim that over its 12-year duration, the show lost its initial speed and intensity due to a drop in narrative quality in later seasons.
Fans on social media often criticize repetitive storylines, less engaging characters, increasingly dismal narratives, and an excessive focus on violence and gore. Many point to Season 7, particularly the controversial death of beloved character Glenn at the hands of Negan, as a significant downturn in the show’s quality. Despite this, many viewers continued watching, often due to what’s known as the sunk-cost fallacy – sticking with the series even when their interest waned or they no longer enjoyed it.

9. Dawson’s Creek

One of the popular teen dramas from the Y2K era, “Dawson’s Creek,” is often recalled for providing viewers with a generous serving of adolescent turmoil alongside its romantic melodrama, quaint New England ambiance, and ensemble cast of attractive young stars from the late ’90s. Despite being drawn by nostalgia or the desire to relive the ’90s, many new series enthusiasts actually tune in to enjoy the chaotic love triangle between Joey, Dawson, and Pacey, as well as other questionable aspects of the soap-operatic show.

Some have expressed disapproval towards the title character’s entitled, self-righteous, and even grating nature, while others have criticized how it handles intricate issues and themes. From its problematic storylines to the characters’ overly wise-beyond-their-years dialogue and the protagonist’s whiny Nice Guy persona, some fans can’t help but express negative opinions about “Dawson’s Creek.

10. Girls

Lena Dunham’s show, “Girls,” serves as an emotional snapshot of millennial anxiety during the 2010s. Its gritty and bitingly satirical dialogue makes certain cringeworthy, yet relatable scenes hard to bear – yet impossible to turn away from – as the main characters in Brooklyn navigate friendship, love, self-doubt, professional struggles, and existential worries of their generation.

Initially praised when it debuted on HBO in 2012, the show has stirred up a passionate love-hate response among viewers. They admire its unvarnished truth and flawed, self-destructive characters who are often hard to like. Hannah, Marnie, Jessa, and Shoshanna exhibit toxic friendship behaviors, making poor decisions, and making mistakes as they stumble through their twenties. Despite these shortcomings, these characters keep viewers hooked.

From Marnie’s awkward music career to Hannah’s persistent entitlement and romantic setbacks, the series invites viewers to show great empathy while watching, with many tuning in over six seasons to cheer for and against its hipster protagonists.

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2025-07-24 19:56