While the official cause of Hulk Hogan’s death was a heart attack, TMZ reports medical malpractice may have played a significant role. This report, if accurate, could open the door for a massive lawsuit.
According to a police report from the Clearwater PD, an occupational therapist was at Hogan’s home when he stopped breathing. The therapist reportedly told officers that Hogan was a victim of medical malpractice, claiming a surgeon had “severed” his phrenic nerve during a recent operation—it's still unclear if it was for his heart or neck. For those unfamiliar, the phrenic nerve is crucial as it controls the diaphragm and, by extension, breathing. The therapist's statements were allegedly captured on police body camera footage, which is now on "lockdown," but multiple sources have confirmed the contents of the report and the existence of the footage.
Hogan's wife, Sky, was the one who raised the alarm when he stopped breathing, leading to the 911 call. Meanwhile, Hogan's daughter, Brooke, has publicly called for an autopsy. We are told that as of a week ago, his body had not yet been cremated, but the family has not yet released any further information on whether that has changed.
The potential for a legal battle looms large, especially considering Hogan's past. He had previously sued a different medical clinic for $50 million over a botched back surgery that he claimed ruined his ability to earn a living. The case was eventually settled for an undisclosed amount. With his daughter pushing for an autopsy and the alleged body cam footage on file, this situation is far from over.
Hulk Hogan died on July 24th, 2025