Overview

• A representative confirmed that the 71-year-old WWE Hall of Famer was hospitalized for persistent neck and back issues rather than a life-threatening condition.
• Hogan underwent successful cervical fusion surgery last month and “pretty serious” heart surgery a few weeks prior and is recuperating well.
• Alarming claims by radio host Bubba the Love Sponge that loved ones were summoned to say goodbye were later debunked by multiple sources.
• Over the past decade, Hogan has endured roughly 25 surgeries to address chronic injuries sustained during his wrestling career.
• While recovering, he continues to navigate estrangement from daughter Brooke and advance plans for his Real American Freestyle league launch.