Hulk Hogan died because RISKY SURGERY led to MECHANICAL FAILURE.
Dr. Dan told Bubba The Love Sponge, “In my opinion, I think he had a failure of the internal fixation, which is the repair of the spine fusion… I think something failed. He had a mechanical failure of the hardware and because he had been doing too much that probably contributed to the hardware failing because it was asked to do more than it should have been doing.”
“Revision surgery never goes as smoothly as the first operation… So now you’re fixing a house instead of building a house. And it’s always different. Everything bleeds a little bit more, everything’s stuck more together, everything’s a little more swollen, everything’s a little harder.”
“Somehow during that procedure, he had a complication, whether it be traction on the vagus nerve, whether it be a nicked esophagus or more likely a nicked artery that caused excessive bleeding… During the collapse or the failure of the hardware, he could have had a nerve injury… which could have hurt his ability to move air and breathe. That’s kind of the beginning of the beginning of the end.”
Wrestling Legend Hulk Hogan Dies After Risky Spinal Surgery Leads to Mechanical Failure
In a shocking turn of events, the wrestling world is mourning the loss of iconic superstar Hulk Hogan following complications from risky spinal surgery that led to mechanical failure of his surgical hardware. The devastating outcome was discussed in detail by renowned physician Dr. Dan on the “Bubba The Love Sponge” radio show, where he provided insight into the events that unfolded in Hogan’s final hours.
According to Dr. Dan, Hulk Hogan underwent a revision spine fusion surgery—a complex and dangerous procedure often undertaken when initial spinal hardware requires repair or replacement. “In my opinion, I think he had a failure of the internal fixation, which is the repair of the spine fusion… I think something failed. He had a mechanical failure of the hardware and because he had been doing too much that probably contributed to the hardware failing because it was asked to do more than it should have been doing,” Dr. Dan explained.
Revision surgeries are notoriously more complicated than first-time procedures. “Revision surgery never goes as smoothly as the first operation… So now you’re fixing a house instead of building a house. And it’s always different. Everything bleeds a little bit more, everything’s stuck more together, everything’s a little more swollen, everything’s a little harder,” Dr. Dan continued, highlighting the increased risks inherent to such operations.
Hogan, known for his legendary toughness in the ring, reportedly struggled with the limitations imposed by previous procedures and may have overexerted himself in the months leading up to the revision surgery. This, Dr. Dan suggests, placed additional strain on the hardware in his back, hastening its failure.
The surgical revision proved perilous. “Somehow during that procedure, he had a complication, whether it be traction on the vagus nerve, whether it be a nicked esophagus or more likely a nicked artery that caused excessive bleeding,” Dr. Dan said, speculating on several possible causes for Hogan’s rapid decline. “During the collapse or the failure of the hardware, he could have had a nerve injury… which could have hurt his ability to move air and breathe. That’s kind of the beginning of the beginning of the end.”
The loss of air movement and resulting respiratory distress can be critical, especially in someone already compromised by spinal and hardware complications. While an official cause of death has not yet been confirmed, Dr. Dan’s statements align with the possibility of a catastrophic surgical complication followed by a lethal cascade of events.
Hulk Hogan—born Terry Bollea—captivated generations of fans with his unparalleled charisma and larger-than-life persona in the ring. He was a household name, revered as much for his athletic prowess as his indomitable spirit and resilience. His passing will undoubtedly leave a void in the hearts of millions who grew up chanting “Hulkamania” in living rooms and arenas around the world.
As tributes pour in from across the globe, fans and colleagues are left reeling from the nature of his passing—a sobering reminder of the risks involved in complicated medical procedures, particularly after years of physical strain and prior surgeries.
Hogan’s family asks for privacy as they mourn the loss of a beloved icon, father, and husband. The wrestling world, meanwhile, bows its head to one of its greatest champions, gone far too soon.
