Hulk Hogan’s son, Nick, speaks out on father’s death: ‘My hero’

Hulk Hogan’s son, Nick, penned an emotional tribute to the wrestling icon, his “hero” and his “best friend” following Hogan’s death Thursday.

“This has been overwhelming and extremely difficult,” Nick Hogan, whose real last name is Bollea, wrote in an Instagram post that featured 20 pictures of the pair spanning decades. “Hearing so many kind words and stories about my dad’s life, interactions and experiences with everyone has been incredible and comforting. My dad was the most incredible person I’ve ever known and will always be my hero.”

Hulk Hogan, whose real name was Terry Bollea, died at 71 years old following what Clearwater, Fla. police described as a “serious medical issue,” with a 911 call being placed Thursday morning for cardiac arrest.

Hogan reportedly dealt with health issues in the weeks leading up to his death.

“I spent a lot of time with him the past few years after moving back to Florida to be closer to him and I am so grateful for those memories,” Nick Hogan wrote in his Instagram post. “They are the best moments in my life. I would do anything to have him back but I know now that he will always be watching over me. I will always remember the lessons and advice he gave me and carry on in a way that I know would make him proud. 

“Thank you for being the best dad in the world and thank you for being my best friend. I love you so much Big Dog and I will miss you forever.”