- By Swati Singh
- Fri, 25 Jul 2025 11:07 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
WWE legend Hulk Hogan passed away at the age of 71 on July 24, 2025. His untimely demise has left his fans and admirers heartbroken. Bollywood actor Ranveer Singh paid a heartfelt tribute to the late wrestling legend Hulk Hogan on Instagram, praising his charisma, iconic moves and larger-than-life persona. Ranveer, a huge fan of Hogan, expressed his admiration for the wrestling superstar's impact on pop culture, calling him a legend who inspired many.
Singh shared a nostalgic photo from his childhood on Instagram Story, where he's seen striking a pose alongside a poster of Hulk Hogan. In the adorable throwback picture, a young Ranveer is dressed in wrestling gear, sporting a toy championship belt and flexing his muscles just like the wrestling legend.
He captioned it "HULKAMANIA FOREVER" with emotional emojis, including a broken heart and folded hands, tagging @hulkhogan. This isn't the first time Ranveer shared this photo; he posted it in 2020 with a caption that read, "Whatcha gonna do, when Hulkamania runs wild on you... Throw it way back to when #WWF was life," showcasing his long-standing admiration for Hogan.

Ranveer Singh mourns Hulk Hogan's death (Image: Instagram/@ranveersingh)
Wrestling legend Hulk Hogan, born Terry Gene Bollea, has passed away at 71 due to cardiac arrest. He was a major force in professional wrestling, particularly in the 1980s and 1990s, known for his charismatic persona and iconic moves. Hogan's impact on the sport extends beyond his in-ring performances, as he played a significant role in popularising professional wrestling globally. He was a 12-time world champion and a key figure in WWE's marquee event, WrestleMania.
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Throughout his career, Hogan had numerous iconic matches, including his famous bodyslam of Andre the Giant at WrestleMania III, which is still widely talked about today. He was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame twice, first in 2005 and again in 2020 as a member of the nWo. Hogan's legacy extends beyond wrestling, with appearances in films like Rocky III and Suburban Commando, as well as his own reality show Hogan Knows Best.