Why Brooke Hogan Stopped Speaking to Dad Hulk Hogan Before His Death

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Brooke Hogan is breaking her silence on her dad Hulk Hogan’s death.

After the demise of the WWE legend on July 24, aged 71, the “About Us” singer publicly addressed their intricate relationship, covering aspects such as their estrangement during his health troubles in his later years.

As a lifestyle expert, I’d rephrase Brooke’s statement as follows: “Contrary to what some might assume, my father and I didn’t have heated arguments, not in the traditional sense. Instead, our relationship was characterized by private conversations, discussions that revolved around his personal and professional struggles, which were unique to him and remain confidential.

Brooke clarified that she advised the well-known wrestler (whose real name is Terry Bollea) to prioritize his health, having been with him through nearly 25 operations. She added that he eventually chose not to have her in attendance during subsequent procedures.

She continued, “It seemed as though there was an invisible barrier surrounding him that I couldn’t penetrate. He shared intimate feelings with me, listened to my appeals, and then all of a sudden, something changed. He opted for a course that undeniably wounded his soul.

After that, Brooke – the mother of twins Oliver and Molly, who are 6 months old, together with husband Steven Oleksy – explained that she and her father had some intense discussions that affected her emotionally. These disputes, along with her high-risk pregnancy, caused her to take a break from her relationship with Hulk.

She observed, “I truly believe I gave my all in every situation.” She made it clear that she would brave a blazing building for him, and throughout our lives, I have shown this. He is aware of the depth, intensity, and sincerity of my love for him. I find tranquility knowing this fact.

In March, Linda Hogan (Brooke’s mom and ex-wife of Hulk, from 1983 to 2009) claimed that Brooke had a significant argument with Terry. She further stated, “I’m unsure how this affected me, but she also cut me off.

A short while later, Brooke expressed her feelings about her strained relationship with her mother through a social media post. She wrote that her heart ached daily due to their estrangement and mentioned that she was actively working to break free from this cycle.

She expressed her heartfelt desire, “I long to savor what truly matters in life – my children and the life I’ve tirelessly built and safeguarded. I wish for everyone to grant me the opportunity to continue doing so, without introducing any further harm or negativity.

For more on Hulk’s family life, keep reading.

Nick and Brooke Hogan might have had moments of strife regarding their connection with their father, Hulk Hogan, back in New York City in 1989. However, it’s clear that he was a legendary figure within the world of professional wrestling.

As Nick put it during a 2018 chat with TMZ, “Physically, he’s insane.” 

Brooke, an actress and producer, had been close to her father for a long time. However, in 2023, she explained why she didn’t attend his wedding to his third wife, Sky Daily. On Instagram, she penned a post stating, “To facilitate my own path to healing and happiness, I have decided to establish some distance from my family and concentrate on people and aspects that mend my heart and match my personal beliefs, aspirations, and values.

After the premiere of their VH1 show “Hogan Knows Best”, Nick, Brooke, Linda, and Hulk walked the red carpet at the MTV Video Music Awards in August 2005.

Nick, Hulk, and Linda Hogan were all present as Brook signed copies of her album “Undiscovered” in October 2006.

Amid their two-year Hogan Knows Best run, the fam stepped out for VH1’s Big in ’06 fete. 

The family started experiencing strain after Hulk (whose real name is Terry Gene Bollea) and Linda split in 2009, which was public at the June 2007 Father of the Year luncheon. By March 2025, Brooke had twins Oliver and Molly with her husband, hockey player Steven Oleksy. In a video she shared on Instagram Stories, Linda admitted that they no longer communicate. “She’s had twins, got married, but didn’t tell us,” Linda said. “She had a big argument with Terry. I’m not sure how it affected me, but she also cut me off.

Nick, during the 2010 Comedy Central Roast, remained mostly detached from his sister’s dispute with their parents. However, as Linda confessed on her Instagram Stories in March 2025, he continued to be a good and well-behaved individual.

12 years after his marriage to Jennifer McDaniel, Hulk started dating yoga instructor Sky Daily in 2022, having first crossed paths at a Bret Michaels concert. In September 2023, they tied the knot.

In a June 2023 Instagram post, Hulk shared a moment with his third wife, Sky, on the beach. The Florida athlete captioned the photo, “Beach day with my little Sky,” expressing that every moment seems just right, as if she had always been there.

Enchanted by the Hulk during the Jake Paul vs Mike Perry fight in July 2024, Sky affectionately refers to him as “my cherished one” after they became acquainted through mutual friends.

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2025-07-29 21:47