Brooke Hogan Says ‘I Could Have Saved You’ in Haunting Regret After Hulk Hogan’s Death
Brooke Hogan’s Heartfelt Regret Following Hulk Hogan’s Passing
Brooke Hogan, daughter of the iconic wrestling superstar Hulk Hogan, recently shared a poignant and emotional reflection on her father’s death. The legendary WWE figure, born Terry Gene Bollea, passed away on July 24, 2025, at the age of 71 after suffering a cardiac event at his Florida home. For Brooke, the loss has been deeply personal and filled with haunting regret.
In a candid conversation with Fox News Digital, Brooke revealed the intense feelings she wrestles with daily. “I talk to my dad every day and… I’m like, ‘What in the heck were you doing? I just wish I was there because you would still be here today. I have this feeling in me that, like, I could have saved you,’” she expressed with raw emotion. Despite this, she acknowledges the painful reality that love alone might not have been enough to change the outcome, saying, “If love would have saved you, you’d be alive today because of how much love I have for him.”
Their relationship was complicated, marked by estrangement in the years leading up to Hulk Hogan’s death. Brooke admitted that she never got the chance to ask the questions she longed for, as her father was often closed off emotionally. “I tried even when he was alive. I tried to have conversations, and he was like, ‘I’m not talking about that.’… He didn’t ever want to be soft,” she shared.
Finding Connection Beyond Loss: Brooke’s Ongoing Bond with Her Father
Despite the emotional distance and unresolved issues, Brooke’s connection to her father remains strong in her heart and mind. She recently posted a touching black-and-white illustration on social media depicting Hulk Hogan holding her in his arms, accompanied by the heartfelt caption: “If my love could have saved you, you would have lived forever.” This image symbolizes the enduring bond between them, even after his passing.
Brooke also revealed that she continues to talk to her father as if he were still present. “I’m honest with him now, and I talk to him all the time, even if that seems like I’m a cuckoo bird,” she said. If given the chance to speak to him today, she would simply express her love and wish he had allowed her to be part of his life more fully: “If he showed up today, I would just be like, ‘I love you so much, and I wish you would have just let me in.’”
The grief and unresolved feelings have also influenced Brooke’s professional life. While filming the new season of HGTV’s “Rock the Block,” she found herself reflecting on whether her father truly understood the life she had built independently. “I don’t think he ever really understood the business that I had built… I don’t really think he fully understood just how hard it was to build from the ground up with nobody’s help by myself,” Brooke said. Securing a spot on the show was a significant achievement for her, and she wondered if her father recognized the magnitude of that success.
Brooke Hogan’s Journey of Healing and Growth
Brooke Hogan’s story is one of resilience and determination. Beyond her emotional struggles, she has carved out a successful career and personal life. Since launching her interior design firm, BB Designs by Brooke, in 2018, she has built a reputation as a talented designer. Brooke also married retired NHL player Steven Oleksy in 2022, and the couple recently welcomed twins in January 2025, marking a joyful new chapter in her life.
Her participation in “Rock the Block” pairs her with real estate expert Scott McGillivray, who has noted the emotional challenges Brooke faces. McGillivray described their partnership as more than just a competition, saying, “There was a lot of times in our house where Brooke and I got into some pretty heavy conversations… I think people are going to see more than just the renovation — they’re going to see people transformations as well in this one.”
Brooke’s journey through grief and healing is a testament to her strength. She channels the drive she inherited from her father while forging her own path, embracing both the pain and growth that come with loss.
Conclusion: Embracing Healing and Moving Forward
Brooke Hogan’s candid reflections on her father Hulk Hogan’s death reveal a deeply personal story of love, regret, and healing. While the loss has left many unanswered questions and emotional scars, Brooke continues to honor her father’s memory by embracing her own journey of growth and resilience. Her story reminds us of the complexities of family relationships and the power of love, even in the face of loss.
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