Wrestling icon Hulk Hogan was captured on video discussing his latest professional venture just a day before his unexpected death at age 71.
The footage shows Hogan appearing visibly fatigued but enthusiastic about his new wrestling promotion, Flow Wrestling, which he described as “Real American Professional Freestyle.” Despite mentioning he was “totally worn out” from traveling between Los Angeles and New York City, Hogan remained passionate when discussing the future of amateur wrestling.
“I need to take a nap, bro. I am worn out from L.A. to New York City,” Hogan stated in the video. Despite his exhaustion, the wrestling legend continued to discuss his vision with trademark enthusiasm.
Hogan explained that his new venture aimed to provide opportunities for accomplished amateur wrestlers to continue their careers professionally. “We’re giving these amateur wrestlers, the NCAA champions, the gold medalists, all these elite athletes that have done this their whole life… We’re giving them an opportunity to continue on with their dream,” Hogan explained.
The wrestling icon elaborated on the business model, noting, “Now we can pay these athletes. So that’s why we’re calling it Real American Freestyle, but it’s Real American Professional Freestyle.”
Hogan then delivered one of his signature phrases when describing the new promotion: “Welcome to the black and blue of professional freestyle wrestling, brother.”
During the conversation, Hogan revealed plans were already underway for the organization’s debut event, scheduled for August 30th in Cleveland, describing it as “a monster.” He also mentioned signing numerous athletes but declined to reveal specific names.
Sadly, Hogan passed away the following day at his Clearwater, Florida home. Emergency services responded to a medical emergency at his residence Thursday morning. Despite efforts to save him, he was pronounced deceased at a nearby hospital.
The wrestling world and fans globally are mourning the loss of one of the sport’s most iconic figures, whose larger-than-life personality transcended wrestling and made him a household name for generations of fans.
