Brooke Hogan honours late wrestling legend father Hulk Hogan with bikini photo

US TV personality and singer Brooke Hogan paid tribute to her father, wrestling icon Hulk Hogan, who passed away in July 2025. The emotional post sparked controversy online due to the bikini photo she chose to accompany her memories.

American TV personality and singer Brooke Hogan paid an emotional tribute to her late father, wrestling legend Hulk Hogan, who died in July 2025. The post, shared on social media last week, quickly drew widespread attention — though not entirely for the reasons she may have intended.

Alongside heartfelt written memories of her father, Brooke included a bikini photograph of herself, a choice that divided opinion sharply among followers and online commentators. While many supported the gesture as a personal and authentic expression of grief, others criticised the photo selection as inappropriate for a memorial tribute.

Hulk Hogan, whose real name was Terry Bollea, was one of the most recognisable figures in the history of professional wrestling, achieving global fame during his decades-long career with WWE and other promotions. His death earlier this year marked the end of an era for fans of the sport worldwide.

Brooke Hogan, who carved out her own career in television and music, has long been in the public eye partly due to her famous father. The tribute post reignited discussions about the boundaries of public mourning and how celebrities choose to share grief on social media platforms.