Brooke Hogan speaks on estrangement and love for her father, Hulk Hogan [VIDEO]
Brooke Hogan Breaks Silence with Emotional Tribute to Her Late Father
In a deeply personal and emotional Instagram post, Brooke Hogan has broken her silence following the death of her father, wrestling icon Hulk Hogan. Her tribute has quickly gained widespread attention. It addresses the complexities of their relationship, the deep bond they shared, and the misconceptions being circulated by the media.
The post, formatted as a video slideshow, showed Brooke’s time with her father from a little girl into adulthood. In it, Brooke emphasized her unwavering love for her father. This comes despite the emotional distance that marked the last few years of his life.
A Bond That Transcended Conflict
“My dad’s blood runs through my veins. His eyes shine through my children. And our bond has never broken, not even in his final moments,” Brooke wrote. She described their connection as one that transcended words, a sacred relationship that could be felt by anyone who witnessed them together.
Her tribute continued with poignant details that underscored her grief: “When he left this earth, it felt like part of my spirit left with him. I felt it before the news even reached us.” Brooke recounted her father’s spiritual musings. Thus, sharing that he often said, “All of this is temporary and I’ll always find my way back to you.”
Dispelling Misconceptions About Estrangement
Brooke used her tribute to address the public narrative about their estrangement. “The media has been convoluting the narrative, so I feel it’s necessary to clear a few things up. We never had a ‘big fight.’ My father and I never ‘fought.'”
She revealed that the perceived distance stemmed from a series of private conversations, where her father confided in her about personal and business struggles. “I offered to be a life raft in whatever capacity he needed; I told him he had my support; I begged him to rest, to take care of himself.”
Brooke explained that she and her husband even moved to Florida to be close to him during his 25 surgeries. While she supported him through many of them, she eventually sensed a disconnect. “Everything started getting covered in a thick veil. It was like there was a force field around him that I couldn’t get through.”
Emotional Toll and Final Distance
Brooke shared that she had to step away in the last two years to protect her emotional wellbeing. Despite efforts from her husband to reconnect with Hulk Hogan on her behalf, they were unable to reconcile before his death.
“I know in my heart I did everything I could. He knew I would run through a burning building for him. And in many ways, along the path of life, I did,” she wrote. “All I ever wanted from my dad was love, honesty and a deep connection.”
Public Expression and Musical Tribute
In a separate Instagram post, Brooke shared a slideshow of photos featuring moments with her father, set to Stevie Nicks’ “Crystal.” Her caption read: “PROUD to be your daughter. Thank you for choosing me in this lifetime, and for loving me so deeply. Our bond is eternal. That truth brings me comfort and hope, even in your absence.”
The combination of images and lyrics added another layer of raw emotion to her public mourning, giving fans a glimpse into the more private side of their father-daughter relationship.
Addressing WWE Tribute Controversy
Brooke also responded to criticism for not attending the WWE tributes to her father on July 25 and July 28 during Friday Night SmackDown and Monday Night Raw, respectively. While her brother Nick Hogan was present at both events, she clarified in an Instagram Story that she was never invited.
“For those of you giving me crap for not attending my Dad’s tributes, @wwe did not extend an invite,” she stated plainly. The comment quelled much of the speculation around her absence and reignited conversation about her estranged dynamic with the wrestling community and its portrayal of her family.
A Respected Silence Amid Mass Speculation
Brooke Hogan has not made any additional public statements beyond her Instagram posts. She has remained silent on X (formerly Twitter) since early July. Her husband, former NHL player Steven Oleksy, took to social media to defend her, condemning the circulation of AI-generated fake videos and urging the public to respect their privacy as they grieve.
Despite the couple’s clear intention to process the loss privately, speculation continues to swirl. Some users online have linked their estrangement to Hulk Hogan’s controversial past, including the resurfacing of racist comments in 2015. Others have falsely claimed she was removed from her father’s will solely due to that controversy. However, Brooke’s own words suggest a much more nuanced situation driven by private emotional and familial struggles.
A Tribute of Depth, Not Headlines
While public discussion continues to dissect her statements and speculate about her relationship with her father, Brooke Hogan’s tribute stands as a moving and genuine expression of love, pain, and closure.
Her words remind readers that behind the celebrity status and tabloid headlines are complex human experiences. She ended her tribute not with resentment but with gratitude, saying, “He knows how deeply, how hard and how purely I loved him. I am at peace knowing this.”
As fans and critics continue to process the legendary wrestler’s passing, Brooke Hogan’s statement serves as a poignant counterpoint to the media frenzy. Rather than fueling gossip, it offers a rare look at the enduring emotional bond between a father and daughter—even one clouded by time, distance, and misunderstanding.
Conclusion: A Daughter’s Love Amid the Noise
Brooke Hogan’s tribute reflects the realities many families face: love complicated by hurt, support challenged by distance, and mourning that cannot be easily categorized. In a time of viral rumors and speculative reporting, her words cut through with sincerity.
Of course, the world knew Hulk Hogan as a wrestling icon. However, Brooke’s message reveals the father she loved, struggled with, and ultimately continues to honor. Her choice to speak with vulnerability and clarity offers a final gift to him—and to the world: a daughter’s truth, unfiltered and unshaken.