Nick Hogan posts statement on father Hulk Hogan’s passing
Nick Hogan has released a statement on the passing of his father Hulk Hogan.
The 35-year-old posted to Instagram on Saturday thanking everyone who has reached out to him and described Hulk Hogan as “the most kind, loving and amazing father anybody could ask for.”
Nick’s statement reads:
“Thank you to everyone who has reached out to me and comforted me over the last few days. It truly means a lot. I’m sorry to everyone I have not responded to yet. This has been overwhelming and extremely difficult.
Hearing so many kind words and stories about my dad’s life, interactions and experiences with everyone has been incredible and comforting.
My dad was the most incredible person I’ve ever known and will always be my hero. He was the most kind, loving and amazing father anybody could ask for. I feel so blessed to have had the greatest dad in the world. He was not only the best dad but also my mentor and my best friend. He always has been my best friend and I love him and miss him more than I could ever explain. I thanked him for everything he has ever done for me and told him how much I loved him and hugged him every chance I got. I spent a lot of time with him the past few years after moving back to Florida to be closer to him and I am so grateful for those memories. They are the best moments in my life.
I would do anything to have him back but I know now that he will always be watching over me. I will always remember the lessons and advice he gave me and carry on in a way that I know would make him proud.
Thank you for being the best dad in the world and thank you for being my best friend. I love you so much Big Dog and I will miss you forever.”
“Beautiful words,” wrote Natalya in response to Nick’s comments.
“God Bless Brother,” wrote Clay Guida.
Nick married his partner of eight years, Tana Lea, in January. Hulk Hogan was featured prominently in photos from their wedding. Lea wrote about her father-in-law’s death: “My heart breaks for Nick, I don’t think they have gone for more than 12 hours at a time without each other since we moved to Florida.”
Nick also starred in the reality show Hogan Knows Best with his father and sister Brooke Hogan from 2005 to 2007, as well as its spinoff series Brooke Knows Best from 2008 to 2009.
Nick Hogan’s full statement is available below: