TMZ confirmed through Hogan’s reps that the information that Hogan was in a dire way was incorrect. The Clearwater, Florida, resident (real name Terry Bollea) had been hospitalized last month for “a little fusion procedure” on his neck.

Hulk Hogan, 71, Hospitalized Amid ‘Deathbed’ Rumors originally appeared on Athlon Sports. WWE legend Hulk Hogan was hospitalized this week with lingering neck and back problems, according to a TMZ report.

After radio host Bubba the Love Sponge reported Wednesday on air that the 71-year-old wrestling legend was on his last legs, TMZ confirmed through Hogan’s representatives that this is not the case. “If you did some sniffing around, you might find him in a hospital near you and it’s not good,” Bubba said Wednesday morning of Hogan’s status.