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Brooke Hogan criticizes family and friends following sale of Hulk Hogan's Florida home
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Brooke Hogan posted critical messages on Instagram accusing unnamed family members and friends of exploiting her late father, Hulk Hogan, for financial gain following the $5.9 million sale of his Clearwater Beach mansion. She defended her role in caring for him during his health struggles and clarified that her remarks were not directed at WWE stars.
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The public dispute highlights family tensions surrounding the estate and property sales of the late wrestling icon, whose Clearwater Beach beachfront home and guest cottage sold for a combined $8.7 million following his death.
Key Facts
- Hulk Hogan's 5,400-square-foot beachfront mansion in Clearwater Beach sold for $5.9 million last week after originally being listed for nearly $11 million in January.
- The neighboring guest cottage sold separately for $2.8 million.
- Hulk Hogan, born Terry Bollea, died at age 71 in July 2025 due to a heart attack at his Clearwater Beach home.
- Brooke Hogan criticized unnamed friends and family members on Instagram, accusing them of exploiting her father and collecting profit from his estate.
- In July 2023, Hulk Hogan amended his will to exclude Brooke Hogan and her descendants, leaving her brother Nick as the sole beneficiary of his probate estate.
- Brooke clarified in follow-up posts that her criticism was directed at individuals who showed up for public tributes or personal gain, rather than the stars of the WWE.
- Jennifer McDaniel was married to Hulk Hogan from 2010 to 2021 and assisted in caring for him during his health struggles.
Who's Mentioned
PersonHulk Hogan“Late wrestling icon and father of Brooke and Nick Hogan.”OrganizationUs Weekly“Media publication cited regarding statements about Hulk Hogan.”OrganizationTMZ“Media outlet that reported on the home sale.”PersonSky Daily“Hulk Hogan's wife from 2023 until his death.”PersonNick Hogan“Son of Hulk Hogan and brother of Brooke Hogan.”PersonJennifer McDaniel“Hulk Hogan's ex-wife who was married to him from 2010 to 2021.”locationClearwater Beach“Location of Hulk Hogan's beachfront mansion.”PersonLinda Hogan“Ex-wife of Hulk Hogan and mother of Brooke and Nick.”OrganizationWWE“Wrestling promotion associated with Hulk Hogan's career.”PersonBrooke Hogan“Daughter of Hulk Hogan who posted statements on Instagram regarding her father's”