In the wake of wrestling legend Hulk Hogan’s sudden passing, his daughter Brooke Hogan is speaking out for the first time—sharing an emotional revelation about their complicated relationship and the final call that brought a bittersweet sense of peace.
Sources close to the family tell The Pop Radar (TPR) that Brooke feels both heartbroken and grateful—heartbroken by the years-long rift between her and her father, but grateful she had the chance to tell him she loved him one last time.
???? The Call That Changed Everything
TMZ has learned that Brooke received the tragic news of her father’s death early Thursday morning via a text message sent to her husband by her brother, Nick Hogan.
The 71-year-old WWE icon died after suffering a cardiac arrest at his Clearwater, Florida home. Despite the family tensions, the news hit Brooke hard—especially given the years of emotional distance between them.
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???? A Complicated Father-Daughter Bond
Insiders say the father-daughter relationship had been strained for years, the result of numerous unresolved issues, emotional wounds, and the way Hulk reportedly treated Brooke during crucial moments of her life.
According to close friends, the last time Brooke and Hulk spoke was in September 2023, just two weeks before he married Sky Daily. During that final phone call, Brooke told her father:
“I love you, and I’m worried about you.”
She expressed concern over his declining health and urged him to slow down and enjoy life instead of continuing to push himself. Hogan, however, reportedly brushed off her concerns.
“She came from a place of love,” one source said. “She wanted him to know that even though they were estranged, her love never changed.”
???? Apologies Without Closure
We’re told during that last call, Hulk Hogan apologized, though he didn’t specify what he was apologizing for.
That left Brooke with mixed emotions. She had been hoping for more clarity, more healing—but instead, she held onto his words and the fact that she was able to offer hers:
“I love you.”
???????????????? A Daughter’s Efforts, A Father’s Distance
According to sources, Brooke never gave up on her father—even when their relationship was tense and communication broke down.
- She often tried to check in with him privately.
- Her husband made repeated efforts to reconnect the two.
- Even during a life-threatening childbirth experience, Brooke’s husband reached out to Hulk—but Hogan never responded.
Insiders say Hogan remained emotionally distant, and refused to engage unless the relationship followed his rules.
“It was on his terms or not at all,” the source added.
“Even when Brooke nearly died giving birth, he didn’t show up. He never met her children.”
Despite that, friends say Brooke never carried bitterness—only heartbreak.
???? Finding Peace in the Pain
Though they never mended their bond, Brooke Hogan is finding peace in knowing she tried—and that she got to say goodbye in her own way.
She’s telling those close to her:
“I’m thankful I got to tell him I loved him. I know I did everything I could to protect him and love him, even when he wouldn’t let me.”
In a world where many never get closure, Brooke is holding onto that final call as her anchor through the grief.
????️ Remembering Hulk Hogan
As the world continues to mourn the loss of Terry Gene Bollea, known globally as Hulk Hogan, stories like Brooke’s add layers of humanity behind the superstar image.
- He wasn’t just the larger-than-life wrestler who bodyslammed Andre the Giant.
- He wasn’t just the entertainer from “Hogan Knows Best”.
- He was also a complicated man, with flaws, regrets, and relationships that didn’t always survive fame.
???? Family, Legacy, and Lessons
Brooke’s story is a reminder that even celebrities have unfinished business and unspoken wounds.
Behind the cameras, fame, and ring lights, real families struggle with real pain—and sometimes, the most healing words come in the final moments:
“I love you. Please take care of yourself.”
???? What Do You Think?
Do you believe Hulk Hogan and Brooke could’ve healed with more time?
Drop your thoughts and tributes in the comments below.
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