WWE SmackDown pays tribute to Hulk Hogan: Highlights from wrestling icon's honor

WWE Remembers Hulk Hogan on SmackDown

The July 25 episode of WWE's SmackDown was dedicated to honoring the late Hulk Hogan, a legendary figure in the wrestling world. Hogan passed away on July 24 at the age of 71 after suffering a cardiac arrest in Clearwater Beach, Florida.

During the show, WWE paid tribute to Hogan with a video narrated by Paul "Triple H" Levesque, highlighting Hogan's iconic career both inside and outside the wrestling ring. The tribute included a ten-bell salute and emotional moments from fans and WWE personalities like Jimmy Hart.

Levesque, along with other WWE stars, spoke about Hogan's immense impact on the wrestling industry, acknowledging his contributions to the sport. Hogan's historic moments in WWE, such as winning his first title in 1984 and his numerous WrestleMania appearances, were also remembered.

The show continued with regular WWE programming, including matches and buildup for the upcoming SummerSlam event. Wrestlers like "The American Nightmare" Cody Rhodes expressed gratitude towards Hogan for his influence on their careers and the wrestling world as a whole.

The episode featured various wrestling matches and segments, with notable appearances from returning wrestlers like The Miz and intense confrontations between different WWE superstars. The show ended with a chaotic brawl involving multiple wrestling teams, setting the stage for future showdowns.

WWE SmackDown aired on July 25 at 8 p.m. ET on the USA Network and was available for streaming on Fubo. The wrestling community continues to mourn the loss of Hogan, with tributes pouring in from past and present WWE stars, including Vince McMahon, Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson, and Ric Flair.