Hulk Hogan’s Ex-Best Friend Accuses WWE Legend of “Killing” The Hulkster
Wrestling legend Hulk Hogan died on July 24, 2025, at his home in Clearwater, Florida, at age 71. Prominent WWE stars and figures from the wrestling world paid tribute, honoring his massive influence and legacy in professional wrestling.
On Wrestling with the Devil, Bubba the Love Sponge discussed the passing of his ex-best friend. Hulk Hogan’s daughter, Brooke Hogan, revealing the family’s distrust toward one of Hulk Hogan’s business partners and excluding herself from the wrestler’s will a few years ago, was also brought up during the conversation.
Bubba responded to Brooke’s remarks by naming Eric Bischoff as the business partner in question. He accused the WCW veteran of pushing Hogan too hard during his final months, suggesting the stress contributed to Hogan’s decline.
He linked Bischoff’s role in Hulk Hogan’s last business venture, Real American Freestyle Wrestling, which Bischoff partly owns, implying that Hogan’s image was heavily exploited for Bischoff’s financial gain.
“Eric Bischoff. I knew it. Okay. Eric Bischoff. I’m just telling you—Eric fing Bischoff. You didn’t even have to finish the question, and I knew who the f it was. Hell, let’s go a step further. Eric Bischoff killed Hulk Hogan. I mean, there’s a scoop for ya. Eric Bischoff ran that guy ragged. From the wrestling promotion, to having to be on FOX and Friends to having to be in Cleveland.”
“This August 30th thing was going to succeed, but you know, Eric Bischoff’s got large ownership in it. So, the better that it does, the more that he, you know… Eric doesn’t have any really money-making ventures right now. This was going to be his big pie-in-the-sky money deal, but it was going to be solely on the back of Hulk Hogan’s likeness and promotion.” [H/T to Ringside News]
Official Cause of Hulk Hogan’s Death and Medical Investigation
Although reports confirm Hulk Hogan died of a heart attack, an ongoing police investigation is examining claims of possible medical malpractice. Sources reveal an occupational therapist at Hogan’s home reported to authorities that during a recent surgery, a surgeon may have severed his phrenic nerve, potentially impacting his health in his final days.
This investigation adds a new layer to the circumstances surrounding the wrestling legend’s death. Brooke Hogan has offered to cover the costs of her father’s autopsy to get to the bottom of this matter and uncover the real reason for his death.