Report: Hulk Hogan’s Cause of Death Linked to Private Cancer Battle

Report: Hulk Hogan’s Cause of Death Linked to Private Cancer Battle

The wrestling world is still reeling from the loss of WWE Hall of Famer Hulk Hogan, who passed away just a week ago. While fans and fellow wrestlers have spent the last several days paying tribute to the iconic figure, a new report has shed light on a previously unknown struggle Hogan endured behind the scenes.

According to Page Six, official documents have confirmed that Hogan had been quietly battling chronic lymphocytic leukemia — a type of cancer that targets white blood cells. This diagnosis was never made public during Hogan’s life, and his death has officially been attributed to natural causes.

Further details indicate that the 70-year-old legend will be cremated following his memorial services.

Close friends of Hogan, including fellow WWE Hall of Famer Ric Flair, appeared unaware of the cancer battle. Speaking on The Ariel Helwani Show, Flair shared that his last conversation with Hogan revolved around business ventures — specifically Hogan’s Real American Beer company and a looming $10 million lawsuit. Flair expressed deep admiration for Hogan’s charitable efforts, especially his longstanding involvement with the Make-A-Wish Foundation.

Flair also noted that Jimmy Hart, Hogan’s longtime confidant and frequent on-screen ally, gave no indication that Hogan was in declining health during their last exchange — which reportedly took place just one day before Hogan’s passing. This suggests that aside from close family and possibly Hart, very few knew the true state of Hogan’s health in recent years.

Hulk Hogan was not just a wrestling legend — he was a cultural icon. And while his death marks the end of an era, revelations like this highlight the quiet resilience of a man who chose to keep his personal struggles private while continuing to be a larger-than-life presence for millions.