In an interview for the new Netflix docuseries, ‘Hulk Hogan: Real American,’ filmed shortly before the WWE star's passing in 2025, Hulk Hogan admitted to the use of steroids and to having lied about it on camera for many years.
The four-part TV series dives deep into the life of Hogan, born Terry Gene Bollea, covering his decades-long career and the controversies surrounding it. Interviewees include Linda, Hogan’s first wife, Hogan’s manager, James “Jimmy” Hart, fellow wrestlers Bret Hart and Jesse Ventura, and even US President Donald Trump.
Famed for his iconic bandana, beard, and blonde hair, Hogan originally found fame as a wrestler. Soon, however, he became a film star, a TV icon, and a household name. With his signature style, undeniable charisma, and unforgettable catchphrases, he redefined wrestling entertainment and became a pop culture icon. On the morning of July 24, the wrestling legend and pop culture icon died of cardiac arrest at the age of 71.
So, how did Hogan go from being a bass player in Tampa to standing alongside Donald Trump during his presidential campaign? Click on to relive the life of a legend and get swept back up in Hulkamania.