The wrestling world has been rocked by a bitter dispute over the death of legendary WWE star Hulk Hogan, following explosive claims made by a fellow Hall of Famer.
Flair's Allegations and the Vehement Denial
Ric Flair, another iconic figure from professional wrestling, publicly claimed that Hulk Hogan died as a result of using "street drugs". Flair suggested this occurred after doctors refused to prescribe Hogan further pain medication. However, this claim has been met with a fierce and immediate rebuttal from Hogan's widow, Sky. She has stated unequivocally that Flair's allegations are false. Sky Hogan also clarified that Ric Flair did not speak to Hulk Hogan the day before his passing in July, directly challenging the basis of his narrative.
The Official Medical Cause of Death
Contrary to the sensational claims, the official cause of Hulk Hogan's death has been confirmed as an acute myocardial infarction, commonly known as a heart attack. The wrestling icon was 71 years old at the time of his death. Medical records reviewed prior to his passing revealed Hogan had a pre-existing history of significant health conditions, including atrial fibrillation and chronic lymphocytic leukaemia.
Setting the Record Straight on Care and Medication
In an effort to provide full transparency, Sky Hogan addressed the context of her late husband's medical treatment. She confirmed that Hulk Hogan was under constant hospital care in his final period. Furthermore, she explained that any adjustments made to his medication following a prior neck surgery were undertaken solely for medical reasons to prevent potential lung complications, not as a result of denied prescriptions.
The public disagreement has cast a shadow over the legacy of one of sports entertainment's most famous figures, highlighting the personal grief of his family amidst conflicting public statements.
