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Hogan’s 72nd Birthday Draws Tributes and Focus on Cause-of-Death Findings

Estranged daughter Brooke chose a private beach ceremony on what would have been his birthday, underscoring ongoing family divisions.

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Overview

  • Pinellas County Forensic Science Center ruled Hogan’s July 24 death a natural acute myocardial infarction and revealed contributing atrial fibrillation and an undisclosed chronic lymphocytic leukemia.
  • Widow Sky Daily, ex-wife Linda Hogan and son Nick Hogan led birthday tributes on August 11 with rare photos and heartfelt social media messages.
  • WWE honored the late icon with a 10-bell salute during SmackDown and acknowledgments at SummerSlam, while fans and peers celebrated his career legacy.
  • Brooke Hogan opted out of the public funeral and held a private beach memorial on his birthday, citing her father’s dislike of traditional ceremonies.
  • Questions persist over the timing of his final days and postmortem handling, fueling calls for greater transparency in estate decisions and independent review.