Hulk Hogan, the wrestler who transformed WWE in a big way beginning in the 1980s, has died at the age of 71. Reports surfaced on Thursday about the famous wrestler in what was called a "cardiac arrest.

Hogan’s death drew remembrances from people celebrating his accolades. But just as many people took it as an opportunity to regale his more controversial behavior.

WWE Releases Statement Following Hulk Hogan's Death originally appeared on Parade. World Wrestling Entertainment has released a statement following the death of WWE legend Hulk Hogan. According to TMZ, Hogan passed away at his Clearwater, Florida home on the morning of Thursday, July 24. His cause of death is unconfirmed.

WWE honored wrestling legend Hulk Hogan with a video tribute ahead of SmackDown after his death at age 71, celebrating his decorated career that included six WWE championships

WWE paid tribute to Hulk Hogan on this week's episode of "SmackDown." Hogan, who passed away at age 71 on Thursday, was honored during the broadcast with an opening segment featuring a large number of WWE stars and personnel standing at the top of the "SmackDown" entrance ramp.