Hulk Hogan 'paved the way for us to do what we love,' WWE star Alexa Bliss says

WWE star Alexa Bliss talks to Fox News Digital about the legacy of Hulk Hogan after his death.

The pro wrestling world was stunned to learn that Hulk Hogan died at the age of 71 after suffering a potential cardiac arrest at his home in Florida.

Hogan left a lasting legacy on WWE and the industry in general, helping to elevate it into the upper echelon of pop culture and sports entertainment. WWE paid tribute to Hogan with a 10-bell salute and a video montage showing his career in the ring.

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Hulk Hogan with Jimmy Hart along side address the crowd during RAW at Intuit Dome on January 6, 2025 in Inglewood, California.  (WWE/Getty Images)

Alexa Bliss, ahead of her tag-team match with Charlotte Flair at SummerSlam, spoke to Fox News Digital about Hogan’s impact on pro wrestling.

"He obviously paved the way for what we do, and because of the impact that he’s had on WWE, we’re now able to do these huge shows," she said. "We’re having a two-day SummerSlam. It’s the first-time ever we’re having a two-day SummerSlam. When you talk about WWE, one of the first names people talk about is Hulk Hogan.

"I had a moment with him at WrestleMania when I was hosting. He came out, and we did a surprise entrance and did the flex thing, and it was a lot of fun. He’s made such an impact on our business — it’s undeniable."

Bliss, whose real name is Alexis Kaufman, recalled her husband — singer Ryan Cabrera — showing off the Hogan video he captured at WrestleMania 35. Little did he know, Bliss was hosting the event and brought out Hogan.

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Alexa Bliss looks on during SmackDown at Rupp Arena on June 13, 2025 in