Nick Hogan’s Heartfelt Instagram Tribute to Late Dad Hulk Hogan
Hulk Hogan died on July 24 at age 71 after suffering cardiac arrest at his Florida home and his son, Nick Hogan, posted a touching Instagram tribute on July 26.
Hey I’m Riley Carter, sliding into your feed with some chill vibes on this family milestone.
Another day, another moment of reflection in the spotlight, right?
Nick Hogan, 34, broke his silence two days after the wrestling icon’s passing, calling Hulk “the most kind, loving and amazing father anybody could ask for.” The post included a series of throwback photos that trace their bond from skatepark sessions to quiet chats on the porch. Those images arrived alongside heartfelt words and an outpouring of gratitude that felt genuine rather than promotional.
In his Instagram caption, Nick described his dad as “the most incredible person I’ve ever known and will always be my hero.” He went on to share how he moved back to Florida specifically to spend more time with the former WWE star. “I hugged him every chance I got,” Nick wrote, emphasizing that those last few years together were a blessing he’ll never take for granted.
Sources close to the Hogan family confirm that Nick was especially devoted during Hulk’s final months. According to an E! News report, Nick spent weekends cooking breakfast, planning family outings and simply hanging out at home. In one of the slideshow photos, the two share a goofy moment wearing matching sunglasses on a beach trip, a reminder that beneath the yellow and red spandex was a dad who loved to laugh.
Nick also thanked fans and friends who reached out after the announcement, saying their stories about his dad’s generosity and kindness have been “incredible and comforting.” He ended his note with a promise to carry on Hulk’s lessons and watch over his own family in a way that would make the wrestling legend proud.
Meanwhile, Hulk’s daughter Brooke Hogan, 37, has been publicly estranged from both parents for several years. In a March update on Instagram, Brooke said no contact with her mother or father stemmed from “verbal and mental abuse” during her childhood. She’s since focused on raising twins Oliver and Molly with husband Steven Olesky, emphasizing self care and healing over reconciliation.
While the Hogan household remains divided, Nick’s tribute shows one path of remembrance that blends public legacy with private memories. It’s a reminder that no matter the fame or the fame-fueled drama, family ties can still hold a special place in the spotlight.
Anyway, that’s the scoop. Do with it what you will.
Sources: Celebrity Storm and E! News, Instagram
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