Terry Bollea, better known to the world as professional wrestling icon Hulk Hogan, died Thursday at his home in Clearwater, Florida, at the age of 71, TMZ reported, a development that was soon confirmed by WWE.

His lawsuit over a leaked sex tape bankrupted Gawker Media — and helped inspire the American right’s ongoing war on the press.

Hulk Hogan, who died Thursday at the age of 71, will be remembered as a true icon of professional wrestling. His extraordinary star power helped turn the fledgling wrestling industry into a global phenomenon that rivals traditional sports in reach, income and cultural impact.

Hulk Hogan, a larger-than-life wrestler known for his showmanship, succumbed to cardiac arrest after a career marked by digital hoaxes and a landmark battle against online exploitation

President Donald Trump honored 'great friend' Hulk Hogan following the WWE icon's death, recalling their relationship and Hogan's passionate support at the RNC.

The wrestler and Real American Freestyle co-founder was remembered by peers, celebrities and politicians. He died Thursday morning at 71.

Hulk Hogan, a professional wrestling legend, passed away at the age of 71, leaving behind a legacy of iconic moments, controversies, and tributes from celebrities and fans alike.

National Wrestling Alliance pro wrestler Aron Stevens issued a statement to Fox News Digital reacting to the death of WWE icon Hulk Hogan.

The legacy of Hulk Hogan has been immensely celebrated in these few days since his passing with exceptional tributes to Hogan from fans, wrestlers, celebrities, media outlets and wrestling promotions worldwide.

It was the week after Gawker was finally forced to close in August 2016 that I first started editing Kotaku on the weekends. As a newcomer, that frustrating, outrageous, and absurd chapter in the site’s history was already starting to feel like a painful but distant memory. Little did I know that the aftershocks were still on their way.