Following the death of wrestling legend Hulk Hogan on July 24, 2025, at the age of 71, a wave of renewed criticism and misinformation has surfaced online. Some of the most damaging claims include allegations of recent racist behavior and supposed involvement in a local Edgewater incident — both of which have been thoroughly investigated and found to be untrue.
Edgewater Community News launched an independent investigation in response to community concern and media speculation. Our findings are clear:
👉 There is no evidence of racism involving Hulk Hogan in recent years
👉 There is no connection between Hogan and any recent incidents in Edgewater
🔍 What Sparked the Rumors?
The backlash appears to have been reignited by Hogan’s controversial past, including a 2015 scandal involving a leaked recording in which he used racial slurs. Hogan publicly apologized, stating, “I’m not a racist but I never should have said what I said. It was wrong. I’m embarrassed by it”. He was reinstated into the WWE Hall of Fame in 2018 and had not been involved in any new incidents since.
Recent claims tying Hogan to a local disturbance in Edgewater were traced to a misidentified individual and unverified social media posts. Law enforcement confirmed that Hogan was not present during the alleged event, and no credible witnesses placed him in the area.
🕊️ Remembering the Man Behind the Myth
Born Terry Bollea, Hulk Hogan was a transformative figure in professional wrestling. He helped launch WrestleMania, starred in films like Rocky III, and became a pop culture icon with his signature bandana, handlebar mustache, and “Hulkamania” energy.
Despite enduring over 30 surgeries and battling severe health issues including renal failure and COPD, Hogan remained active in the wrestling world until his final days. He was preparing to launch a new league, Real American Freestyle, and had recently made a high-profile appearance at the 2024 Republican National Convention.
His death from cardiac arrest at his Clearwater home shocked fans and family alike. Tributes have poured in from across the wrestling world, including heartfelt messages from Ric Flair, John Cena, and his son Nick Hogan, who called him “the best dad in the world” and “my hero”.
📢 Official Disclaimer
> Disclaimer: The rumors involving Hulk Hogan’s alleged racist behavior and local involvement in Edgewater are not true. Edgewater Community News conducted a full investigation and found no evidence to support these claims. We encourage our readers to rely on verified sources and avoid spreading misinformation.
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