Hulk Hogan

Popularity

Fame Level

% of people who know them

95%

Liked by

54%

Neutral

28%

Disliked by

18%

About

Hulk Hogan is an American professional wrestler, actor, and television personality. He is best known for his time in the World Wrestling Federation (WWF/WWE), where he held the WWF/WWE Championship six times and held the title for four and a half continuous years. His status as a mainstream celebrity allowed him to appear in films, TV shows, and multiple video games.

Hulk Hogan Timeline

1953

Hulk Hogan is Born

On August 11, 1953, Hulk Hogan was born in Augusta, Georgia.

1977

Begins Professional Wrestling Career

Hogan begins his professional wrestling career, joining the American Wrestling Association.

1984

Wins First WWF Championship

Hogan wins his first WWF Championship at Madison Square Garden, defeating The Iron Sheik.

1989

Defeats "Macho Man" Randy Savage

At WrestleMania V, Hulk Hogan defeats "Macho Man" Randy Savage for the second time to win his second WWF Championship.

1993

Featured in Movie

Hogan appears in his first feature film, Suburban Commando, which grosses over $17 million at the box office.

2005

Inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame

Hogan is inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame, becoming the first wrestler to be inducted twice.

2014

Returns to the WWE

Hogan returns to the WWE after an eight year hiatus to host WrestleMania XXX.

5 Interesting Facts about Hulk Hogan

1. Early Career as a Rock Star

Hulk Hogan started his career as a rock star, fronting the band Ruckus in the late 1970s.

2. Wrestled in Japan Before US

Before wrestling in the US, Hulk Hogan wrestled in Japan for over a year and was known as "The Super Destroyer".

3. Hollywood Career

In addition to being a professional wrestler, Hulk Hogan has appeared in a number of films, including No Holds Barred, Rocky III, and Suburban Commando.

4. WWE Hall of Fame Inductee

Hulk Hogan was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame in 2005, making him the first wrestler to be inducted into the prestigious hall.

5. Accomplished Author

Hulk Hogan is also an accomplished author, having written two autobiographies and several other books on fitness and nutrition.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is Hulk Hogan birthday?

Hulk Hogan, an iconic American wrestler, was born on August 11, 1953 and is currently 70 years old. He is best known for making professional wrestling mainstream in the 1980s and '90s and his numerous matches with other legendary wrestlers, such as Andre the Giant and The Rock.

What is the Net Worth of Hulk Hogan?

Hulk Hogan has an estimated net worth of $25M. He is best known for his work in the professional wrestling industry, with his wealth coming from his career in the ring and brand endorsements. He has also had success in television and film, with acting roles and business ventures.