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Hulk Hogan was baptized 18 months before his sudden death: ‘Greatest day of my life’

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In the later stages of his life, the renowned wrestler Hulk Hogan discovered inner tranquility, openly embracing his religious beliefs approximately a year and a half prior to his untimely passing at the age of 71.

As a lifestyle enthusiast reflecting on the events of December 2023, I’d like to share a profound experience that resonated deeply within the world of sports entertainment. The esteemed WWE Hall of Famer took to social media to reveal a deeply personal milestone – he had been baptized. This heartfelt disclosure served as a reminder of the powerful impact spirituality can have, even within the dynamic realm of professional wrestling.

In a deeply emotional message, he expressed that the day he completely surrendered and dedicated himself to Jesus was the most significant day of his life. He went on to say, “There’s nothing to fear, no hostility, no bias… just pure love!

The baptism video clearly depicts Hogan being thoroughly submerged in a pool, followed by him re-emerging with a wide grin while keeping his distinctive bandana on.

The moment was filled with happiness and emotion as he recounted the experience to his wife, Sky Daily, who got baptized together with him.

At Indian Rocks, God is performing extraordinary deeds, as the church noted when they shared Hogan’s baptism on Instagram previously.

Before undergoing baptism, the six-time WWE champion had openly expressed his Christian faith in various public settings.

Back in the year 2023, I, a fervent admirer, found myself captivated by a heartfelt tweet from none other than Hogan himself. In this post, he shared insight into his spiritual evolution, revealing that during his teenage years, he embraced Christianity and accepted Jesus Christ as part of his life’s path.

At the age of 14, I accepted Jesus Christ as my savior. Since then, through discipline, prayers, and supplements, I’ve managed to stay strong. Now that I am united with God, the core themes of yielding, helping others, and love make me the True Main Event. With the power of my Lord and Savior, I can conquer any adversary of any magnitude, indeed it is so, even now my friend, Amen! This was expressed by Hogan on X (Twitter) in April.

Their wedding was followed closely by a baptism, which occurred not too long afterwards, as reported by People in September 2023.

The wedding was characterized as a personal, faith-based event, symbolizing the pair’s mutual beliefs and spiritual path.

I can’t contain my excitement! Witnessing God’s wonders at Indian Rocks Church never fails to amaze me. Just recently, I had the privilege of being baptized there, and it was an experience that will stay with me forever. #GodAtWorkAtIndianRocks

Before he was baptized, the six-time WWE champion had openly expressed his Christian faith in public.

Back in 2009, when I chatted with TMZ, I shared that my faith was my guiding light as I navigated through the challenging times of my divorce with my former wife, Linda.

‘I’ve leaned on my religion,’ Hogan said. 

I embraced Jesus Christ as my redeemer. He sacrificed himself on the cross, atoning for my wrongdoings. I encountered some wonderful companions who enlightened me about maintaining a positive outlook and the potency of optimistic thinking.

‘I could have went the wrong way. I could have self-destructed, but I took the high road.’

DailyMail.com confirmed on Thursday that the WWE icon passed away early in the morning on July 24.

911 operators dispatched paramedics to his Clearwater, Florida home.

At 9:51 this morning, officials from both the Clearwater Fire Department and the Clearwater Police Department were dispatched to a health-related incident located in the 1000 block of Eldorado Avenue, which is situated on the beautiful Clearwater Beach.

The emergency call concerned a heart attack. A 71-year-old local resident, Terry Bollea (better known as Hulk Hogan), received treatment from Clearwater Fire & Rescue teams before being transported by Sunstar to Morton Plant Hospital, where he subsequently passed away.

In the aftermath of the emergency, ambulances and police cars were found parked near Hogan’s house. The reality star was subsequently moved onto a stretcher and taken away in an ambulance.

Recently, the unexpected passing occurred, happening mere weeks following his wife Sky dismissing speculations about him being critically ill in a coma. Instead, she emphasized that his heart remained robust after a standard neck operation.

I, a devoted follower, am sharing the news that I am fortunately survived by my third spouse, Sky Daily, whom I married in the year 2023. Additionally, I am blessed to have two children, Brooke, aged 37, and Nick, aged 34, who I was fortunate enough to share a life with my first wife, Linda Claridge. Furthermore, I am overjoyed to have two grandchildren in my family as well.

Linda Bose, Hulk Hogan’s representative, verified the sad news to CBS NEWS, stating that Terry Bollea (also known as Hulk Hogan) passed away this morning.

‘We are heartbroken. He was such a great human being and friend.’

At 11:17 am, it was confirmed that Hogan was facing a severe health emergency, which unfortunately led to his passing. No indications of any untoward events or suspicious actions have been found, and an ongoing investigation aims to determine the exact cause of his death.

Last month, his representative stated in a release: ‘He has been dealing with chronic back issues for quite some time, but nothing urgent requires immediate attention at the moment.’

Hogan had previously opened up about undergoing ’25 surgeries in the past decade.’

Last year, during his interview on the IMPAULSIVE podcast with Jake Paul, he mentioned that he had undergone ten operations on his back, as well as replacements for both his knees and hips, and surgeries on his shoulders – essentially, he’s had numerous procedures on various parts of his body.

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