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Hulk Hogan, Wrestling Legend, Dies at 71

US wrestling legend Hulk Hogan, 71, died Thursday of cardiac arrest in Clearwater, Florida, leaving a significant impact on professional wrestling and popular culture despite later-career controversies.

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Hulk Hogan, Wrestling Icon, Dies at 71

Hulk Hogan, a WWE Hall of Famer and iconic wrestler known for his contributions to making wrestling a global phenomenon in the 1980s, died at age 71; his death was announced by WWE on Thursday. Hogan was also known for his controversial statements and political endorsements.

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Laurinaitis Settles Lawsuit, Agrees to Testify Against McMahon

Former WWE executive John Laurinaitis settled a sexual assault lawsuit and will cooperate in a lawsuit against Vince McMahon, former WWE CEO, alleging sexual assault, trafficking, and physical abuse by McMahon, who denies the allegations. Laurinaitis's cooperation is considered pivotal to the ongoin...

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Cena Breaks WWE Championship Record with Controversial WrestleMania Win

John Cena defeated Cody Rhodes at WrestleMania 41 in Las Vegas on April 20th to win a record-setting 17th WWE World Championship, surpassing Ric Flair's record, with assistance from Travis Scott, during his retirement tour.

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John Cena's Heel Turn Shakes Up WWE

John Cena, a 16-time WWE world champion, shockingly turned heel this weekend before his anticipated final WrestleMania match against Cody Rhodes, marking a significant shift from his two-decade-long "babyface" persona and defying the common wisdom that Hollywood stars must maintain a heroic image to...

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Ari Emanuel Achieves Billionaire Status Amid Endeavor's Growth

Ari Emanuel, CEO of Endeavor, has a net worth of at least $1.6 billion due to a 48% rise in Endeavor's share price and Endeavor's stake in TKO Group; his wealth is also influenced by past compensation and investments in other ventures.

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Hulk Hogan, wrestling icon, dies at 71

Hulk Hogan, the iconic professional wrestler, died at age 71; his career, marked by six WWF/WWE championships and eight WrestleMania headline appearances, significantly impacted the sport's growth in the 1980s and beyond, though overshadowed by later controversies.

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Pro Wrestling's Rise in China: A Sold-Out "Battle of the Decade" Showcases Growing Popularity

In Beijing, a sold-out professional wrestling event called "Battle of the Decade" drew nearly 400 spectators, showcasing the growing popularity of this entertainment form in China, despite initial challenges and regulatory uncertainty.

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WWE Acquires Lucha Libre AAA: Global Expansion or Cultural Appropriation?

World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE) acquired Mexico's Lucha Libre AAA on April 19th in Las Vegas, aiming for global expansion, sparking mixed reactions due to potential cultural appropriation and economic impacts; the deal includes collaboration with Mexican firm Fillip and will debut in Los Angeles...

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Uso Wins World Heavyweight Championship at WrestleMania 41

At WrestleMania 41, Jey Uso defeated Gunther via submission hold to win the World Heavyweight Championship, ending Gunther's 258-day reign.

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Teenage Wrestler Defies Stereotypes, Wins European Title

Maddie Connor, an 18-year-old wrestler from Norwich, is challenging stereotypes in the sport, having recently won the Bellatrix European championship, defying typical expectations of size and build for professional wrestlers.

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WWE's RAW Debuts on Netflix: High Initial Viewership, Then Squid Game Reclaims Top Spot

WWE's RAW debuted on Netflix with 4.9 million global views (2.6 million U.S. households), a 116% increase from its 2024 average, initially reaching the number one spot on Netflix's U.S. top ten before Squid Game reclaimed the top spot by week's end.

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