The wrestling community mourned the loss of Hulk Hogan, the WWE Hall of Famer who passed away last week at 71. On AEW programming, Tony Schiavone, a commentator for both AEW and WCW, shared his heartfelt tribute to Hogan. In his recent “When Did It Happen” segment, Schiavone revealed how he first heard about Hogan’s passing.
“I initially received the news from you, Conrad… I made sure to inform my AEW colleagues about what happened… it truly knocked me down,” Schiavone expressed. Although he was aware of Hogan’s health struggles, he did not grasp how severe they were. Schiavone added that Hogan’s sudden heart attack made him reflect deeply on his own life and mortality.
“You start thinking about your own vulnerability and how fragile life can be,” Schiavone said. “It feels like I was calling his matches not very long ago.” Beyond the initial shock and confusion surrounding Hogan’s death, longtime manager Jimmy Hart mentioned he had recently been out karaoke with Hogan and Hogan’s son Nick just days before Hogan passed. Meanwhile, Hogan’s former friend Baba Lovesponge controversially brought up serious repercussions related to an infamous sex tape involving Hogan that was made without his consent.
Fan Take: Hulk Hogan’s death leaves a profound impact on WWE fans who remember his iconic presence and influence on the sport. This moment is a stark reminder of the human side of wrestling legends and could inspire a renewed appreciation for the history and legacy that shaped professional wrestling today.
