Hulk Hogan Remembered: WWE pays emotional tribute and 10-bell salute on SmackDown - WATCH

WWE delivered a heartfelt tribute to wrestling icon Hulk Hogan during Friday night’s SmackDown in Cleveland. The emotional segment opened the show, with Paul 'Triple H' Levesque narrating a video package that celebrated Hogan’s legendary career. The tribute highlighted his most memorable in-ring moments, including his iconic WrestleMania appearances and larger-than-life persona that helped shape professional wrestling.


Hogan, 71, passed away Thursday morning after suffering cardiac arrest at his home in Clearwater, Florida. News of his death sent ripples through the sports and entertainment world, prompting tributes from across the globe. US President Donald Trump, members of Hogan’s family, and numerous WWE superstars shared their condolences and memories of the wrestling legend-turned-reality TV star.



Triple H addressed the sellout crowd at Rocket Arena, reflecting on Hogan’s legacy before a 10-bell salute.

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"The truth is, he captivated millions of people and inspired them around the globe," Triple H said while surrounded by WWE wrestlers past and present. "We would not be standing here right now, all of us together, if it was not for him."

In stark contrast to his last WWE appearance in February - where he faced loud boos due to past controversies - Hulk Hogan received a hero’s farewell on SmackDown. The crowd delivered multiple standing ovations and chanted his name throughout the emotional tribute.

Fans held up signs reading 'Hulkamania lives forever' and 'Rest in peace, brother', marking a powerful show of respect for the wrestling legend following his passing.

The SmackDown tribute served as a powerful reminder of Hogan’s enduring legacy in sports entertainment.