Terry Gene Bollea

Terry Gene Bollea

athlete United States

Terry Gene Bollea, better known by his ring name Hulk Hogan, was a legendary American professional wrestler who became a pop culture icon in the 1980s and 1990s. Known for his charismatic persona, signature yellow bandana, and catchphrases like 'Whatcha gonna do, brother?', Hogan played a pivotal role in popularizing professional wrestling as a mainstream entertainment spectacle. He was a central figure in the World Wrestling Federation (WWF, now WWE), drawing massive crowds and headlining major events. His legendary matches, particularly against Andre the Giant and the Ultimate Warrior, are etched in wrestling history. Hogan's influence extended beyond the ring, as he ventured into acting and media, helping to transform wrestlers into household names. His legacy is marked by both his contributions to wrestling and his lasting impact on popular culture.

Born on Aug 11, 1953 (71 years old)

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.02%
Persistence
1 wks
Reach
973,367
Power
19,033$
Sentiment
6.80
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
United Kingdom 3 8.00 0.11% +0% 67,886,011 72,373 $2,700,000 2,878$
Russia 3 6.33 0.18% +0% 144,104,080 259,180 $1,500,000 2,698$
Canada 2 6.00 0.12% +0% 38,005,238 47,388 $1,700,000 2,120$
Dominican Republic 2 9.00 0.14% +0% 10,847,910 15,519 $89,000 127$
Guatemala 2 7.00 0.15% +0% 17,915,568 26,231 $82,000 120$
Honduras 2 6.00 0.14% +0% 9,904,608 13,394 $25,000 34$
Peru 2 7.00 0.13% +0% 32,971,846 41,318 $230,000 288$
Bolivia 2 9.00 0.12% +0% 11,673,021 13,963 $40,000 48$
Pakistan 2 7.00 0.07% +10% 220,892,331 170,274 $280,000 216$
Argentina 1 6.00 0.06% +0% 45,195,774 26,838 $450,000 267$
Uruguay 1 7.00 0.06% +0% 3,473,730 2,175 $54,000 34$
Ecuador 1 9.00 0.06% +0% 17,643,060 10,330 $108,000 63$
Guyana 1 7.00 0.08% +0% 786,552 624 $6,000 5$
Italy 1 7.00 0.06% +0% 60,461,826 35,173 $2,000,000 1,163$
Turkey 1 5.00 0.06% +0% 84,339,067 50,412 $720,000 430$
Greece 1 3.00 0.06% +0% 10,423,054 6,182 $190,000 113$
Denmark 1 9.00 0.07% +0% 5,792,202 3,943 $350,000 238$
Norway 1 9.00 0.08% +0% 5,421,241 4,323 $403,000 321$
Hungary 1 7.00 0.08% +0% 9,660,351 7,854 $160,000 130$
Romania 1 7.00 0.06% +0% 19,237,691 11,323 $250,000 147$
Slovenia 1 9.00 0.08% +0% 2,078,938 1,682 $56,000 45$
Kazakhstan 1 9.00 0.06% +0% 18,776,707 11,944 $180,000 115$
Saudi Arabia 1 5.00 0.08% +0% 34,813,871 27,674 $700,000 556$
Israel 1 9.00 0.07% +0% 9,216,900 6,096 $400,000 265$
Ireland 1 7.00 0.06% +0% 5,030,000 2,999 $5,100 3$
United States 1 7.00 0.03% +0% 331,002,651 104,154 $21,000,000 6,608$
Totals 37 1,217,554,228 973,366 $33,678,100 19,032$
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.

Recent Mentions

United States United States: Hogan’s official cause of death is cited as 'acute myocardial infarction' – which in layman’s terms means a heart attack. 7

CNN: Hulk Hogan’s cause of death revealed

Pakistan Pakistan: Terry Gene Bollea, known as Hulk Hogan, passed away at the age of 71 due to an acute myocardial infarction. 7

Daily Jang: ہلک ہوگن کی موت کی وجہ سامنے آگئی

Greece Greece: Terry Gene Bollea is Hulk Hogan's real name, and he faced significant controversy due to his racist comments revealed in a leaked sex tape. 3

Kathimerini: Η αμφιλεγόμενη προσωπικότητα του Χαλκ Χόγκαν

Bolivia Bolivia: Terry Gene Bollea, known as Hulk Hogan, was a major figure in professional wrestling and a pop culture icon of the 80s and 90s. 9

El Deber: El legado inmortal de Hulk Hogan: Del cuadrilátero al crossover con Marvel

Guyana Guyana: Hulk Hogan, the American sports and entertainment star who made professional wrestling a global phenomenon, has died at the age of 71. 7

Stabroek News: Hulk Hogan, who helped turn pro wrestling into billion-dollar spectacle, dies at 71

Honduras Honduras: Hulk Hogan, whose real name is Terry Gene Bollea, was a legendary figure in the WWE and a media star. 7

La Prensa – high-circulation Honduran daily: Hulk Hogan, la leyenda que llevó la WWE al mundo

Ecuador Ecuador: Terry Gene Bollea, his real name, was not just a professional wrestler but a pop superstar and cultural symbol of the 80s and 90s. 9

El Universo – major Ecuadorian daily, est. 1921: Muere Hulk Hogan, leyenda del ‘wrestling’ y símbolo de una era | Gente | Entretenimiento