Hulk Hogan’s Wife Sky Daily Honors His Son With Emotional Birthday Tribute Just Days After His Death

Just three days after the world lost legendary wrestler Hulk Hogan, his family showed remarkable strength and unity. On July 27, what would have been a simple birthday celebration for Nick Hogan, the WWE icon’s son, became a deeply emotional moment—one filled with love, remembrance, and tribute.

Hulk Hogan Passes Away at 71

The wrestling world was left stunned when it was confirmed that Terry Gene Bollea, known to millions as Hulk Hogan, had passed away on July 24, 2025, at the age of 71. Clearwater Police Major Nate Burnside confirmed the time of death as 11:17 AM local time.

In an official family statement posted to social media, his loved ones wrote:

“It is with a heavy heart and deep sadness that we confirm we have lost a legend… May we all take solace in the wonderful memories he left behind for the millions of fans worldwide whose lives he touched for more than four decades. He will be missed, but never forgotten.”

 

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Sky Daily: “To Me, He Was My Terry”

Hulk’s wife, Sky Daily, also spoke out following the shocking loss. In a post shared to her personal Instagram account, she said:

“This loss is sudden and impossible to process. To the world, he was a legend… but to me, he was my Terry. The man I loved. My partner. My heart.”

Sky and Hulk were married in September 2023, and they were baptized together later that year — a public declaration of their shared faith and love. Sky has three children of her own, while Hulk had two children from his previous marriage to Linda Hogan: Brooke and Nick.

 

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Sky Daily’s Birthday Tribute to Nick Hogan

Despite mourning the sudden loss of her husband, Sky made sure to honor Nick Hogan on his 35th birthday. Her post was warm, heartfelt, and deeply personal:

“Happy birthday @nickhogan! We love you so much. Your dad couldn’t have been prouder of the son you are… loyal, loving, hard-working, and always there when it mattered most.”

She continued:

“The strength and heart you’ve shown all along means more than I can say. I’m so grateful for you, and I know Terry felt the same every single day.”

Nick responded with equal emotion:

“Thank you so much Sky, I really appreciate everything you did for my father and are doing for all of us at this time.“

Their public exchange was a reminder that, even in deep grief, love and family still shine through.

 

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Nick’s Emotional Tribute to His Father

Just two days after Hulk Hogan’s death, Nick Hogan shared a post on Instagram that touched hearts around the world. It featured a series of photos — from childhood memories to more recent moments with his father — along with this powerful caption:

“My dad was the most incredible person I’ve ever known and will always be my hero… He was not only the best dad but also my mentor and my best friend.”

Nick recalled how he had hugged his dad often, always told him how much he loved him, and made sure to thank him for everything he’d done. His words captured the raw, genuine love between father and son — a relationship built on admiration, support, and true friendship.

 

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Remembering the Legacy of Hulk Hogan

For over four decades, Hulk Hogan was a household name. From his historic rise in WWE to his crossover into pop culture, movies, and reality TV, Hogan inspired millions with his larger-than-life persona and unmatched charisma.

But at home, he was more than a wrestler. He was “Terry.” A husband. A father. A mentor. A friend.

The days following his passing have revealed just how deeply loved he was — not only by fans, but by those who knew him best.

 

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