Brooke Hogan Breaks Silence on Rumors of Feud with Dad Hulk Before His Death

A Heartfelt Tribute from Brooke Hogan

Brooke Hogan has opened up about her emotional journey following the passing of her father, Hulk Hogan. Their relationship was complex, marked by love and challenges, especially in the final years of his life. In a heartfelt letter posted on Instagram, she shared cherished memories and addressed rumors that they were on bad terms before his death.

"My dad's blood runs through my veins," she began. "I am so grateful I knew the real version of him … We shared a quiet, sacred bond, one that could be seen and felt by anyone who witnessed us together. When he left this earth, it felt like part of my spirit left with him."

Brooke reflected on how her father often spoke about death with a sense of wonder and hope. She described it as if meeting God was the greatest championship he'd ever have. This perspective shaped her understanding of his legacy and the way she chooses to remember him.

She also addressed the speculation surrounding their relationship in the last years of his life. According to Brooke, her father had undergone more than 25 surgeries due to health issues. As time went on, he started to distance himself from her in medical matters.

"We never had a 'big fight,'" she wrote. "My father and I never 'fought.' It was a series of private phone calls no one will ever hear, know or understand."

The designer expressed feelings of disconnect, noting that her father seemed to create a "force field" around himself that she couldn't penetrate. This led to respectful disagreements that took an emotional toll on her.

In 2023, the public noticed Brooke's growing distance from her family, particularly when she didn't attend her father's wedding to his third wife, Sky Daily. Earlier this year, there were reports that she hadn't informed her parents about her marriage to Steven Olesky or the birth of her twins.

Brooke explained that during the last two years, she had to step away to protect her heart. Her husband supported her, quietly reaching out to her father without her knowledge, trying to find a safe way back into their relationship.

"I know in my heart I did everything I could. He knew I would run through a burning building for him," she said. While she acknowledges that she wasn't as close to her father in his final days, she emphasized that she will always remember him fondly.

"I'm deeply grateful for the love, tributes and memorials from his fans and friends," she concluded. She followed up her letter with a slideshow of father-daughter photos, celebrating his life and legacy.

Brooke's message came five days after a representative for Hulk Hogan confirmed his death in a statement. The statement read, "We are heartbroken. He was such a great human being and friend."

Hulk Hogan, a legendary pro wrestler, became a pop culture icon. Beyond wrestling, he appeared in various acting roles and starred in a reality show called Hulk Knows Best, which highlighted his family life with Linda, Brooke, and Nick.

His legacy continues to inspire and impact many, and Brooke's tribute is a testament to the deep bond they shared.