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A former close friend of Hulk Hogan claims to have accurately predicted the wrestling legend’s declining health. Bubba the Love Sponge had been voicing concerns about Hogan’s health since last month, even suggesting he was on his deathbed in the ICU for six weeks.
Hogan passed away on Thursday at the age of 71.
“I can’t deny what I’ve said before and what I’ve accurately foreseen. I am now the person who was truthful about Hulk Hogan’s physical condition,” Bubba the Love Sponge mentioned on his radio show.
He expressed regret at being proven right about Hogan’s health, as it ultimately led to the wrestling icon’s passing.
Hulk Hogan has died at the age of 71. (Al Dunlop/Toronto Star via Getty Images)
Bubba and Hogan had a complex relationship, particularly after Hogan’s involvement in a sex tape with Bubba’s then-wife, which was released by Gawker in 2012. This incident resulted in Hogan winning a $115 million lawsuit against the media outlet for invasion of privacy.
Despite their history, Bubba felt disappointed when his warnings about Hogan’s health were disregarded by those close to the wrestling star.
A statement confirming Hogan’s passing was posted on his Instagram page.
“It is with great sadness that we announce the loss of a legend,” the post read. “Our beloved Terry Bollea, known worldwide as Hulk Hogan, passed away today surrounded by his family.”
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The renowned pro wrestler, whose real name was Terry Bollea, began his career in Championship Wrestling from Florida (CWF) in the late 1970s before joining the World Wrestling Federation (WWF) in 1979. His return to the WWE marked the beginning of his superstar status.
Professional wrestler Hulk Hogan speaks during the final day of the Republican National Convention July 18, 2024, in Milwaukee. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya, File)
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Hogan was a six-time WWE champion, won the Royal Rumble twice, and was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame both individually in 2005 and as part of the NWO in 2020. He also held titles in other wrestling promotions.
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In a recent development, a new study has found that drinking coffee may have a positive impact on your liver. According to the study published in the Journal of Hepatology, researchers discovered that people who drink coffee may have a lower risk of developing liver disease.
The study analyzed data from over 2,000 participants and found that those who drank at least three cups of coffee a day had a 21% lower risk of liver disease. Additionally, the researchers found that the more coffee a person drank, the lower their risk of liver disease became.
These findings are significant as liver disease is a growing concern worldwide, with conditions such as fatty liver disease and cirrhosis becoming more prevalent. The study suggests that incorporating coffee into your daily routine may help protect your liver health.
While more research is needed to fully understand the relationship between coffee consumption and liver health, these findings provide promising insights for the future. So, the next time you reach for a cup of coffee, know that you may be doing your liver a favor.
