Hulk Hogan’s Legacy Lives On In Michigan Memories

Wrestling legend Hulk Hogan passed away today at the age of 71 at his home in Clearwater, Florida.

Many Hulk Hogan fans in Michigan had the chance to meet the pop culture icon last year when he visited the state to promote his beer brand, All American Beer.

I’m now seeing photos from these events all over social media, including a unique video featuring Paisley Grace, a country singer from Lapeer.

In October 2024, the Lapeer County singer attended one of the All American Beer events and performed for Hulk Hogan. As you’ll see in the video below, he was clearly impressed.

Another memorable Michigan moment featuring Hulk Hogan took place when he teamed up with Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell to film a promotional video for the team. It was a fun and unexpected collaboration that excited both wrestling and football fans across the state.

The wrestling superstar reminisced about his experiences at the Pontiac Silverdome, describing the wild atmosphere and the unforgettable energy of the massive arena. It was evident that wrestling there, particularly during events like WrestleMania III, held great significance for him.

Did you know that 'Hulkamania' is included in some dictionaries? It's incredible to think that a term created as part of wrestling hype has become officially recognized. This highlights the immense impact Hulk Hogan had; he wasn't just a wrestler; he was a true pop culture icon.

Hulkamania (noun): A craze or intense fan following sparked by professional wrestler Hulk Hogan, especially during the 1980s.

The fact that a word based on his name made it into the dictionary says a lot about how wild and unforgettable that whole era was.

RIP, Brother.