Hulk Hogan’s final interview reveals dark struggles before his death

Hulk Hogan opened up about some of the most difficult moments of his life in what would become his final on-camera interview, filmed just months before his death in July 2025.

The WWE legend appears in Hulk Hogan: Real American, a four-part Netflix docuseries that revisits his career while pulling back the curtain on the personal battles he largely kept out of public view.

Health struggles behind the persona

Throughout the series, Hogan’s declining physical condition is hard to ignore, offering a stark contrast to the larger-than-life image that defined his decades in wrestling.

He is seen struggling with basic movements and dealing with persistent pain, at times needing help with everyday tasks. For a figure long associated with strength, the shift is striking.

Hogan himself acknowledged the change, describing it as humbling after years of feeling physically invincible.

Addiction and a dangerous spiral

One of the most revealing parts of the interview centres on his struggles following his 2009 divorce.

Hogan described taking extremely high doses of fentanyl while continuing to perform, alongside heavy alcohol use, in what he portrayed as a period where his body had reached its breaking point.

Those close to him recalled the extent of the situation, describing a cycle of medication and alcohol that raised serious concerns at the time.

Rock bottom after divorce

The emotional toll of his split from Linda Hogan is another key focus of the documentary.

Hogan described the period as one of the lowest points in his life, admitting he spiralled after the separation and struggled to cope with the fallout.

He revealed that he reached a moment where he contemplated suicide, a stark admission that underscores the depth of his distress during that time.

Regret and controversy

The series also revisits some of the most controversial moments of his career, including past remarks that drew widespread backlash.

Hogan acknowledged regret over his actions and how he responded publicly, admitting he should have handled the situation differently.

The documentary frames these moments as part of a broader reflection on the gap between the public persona of Hulk Hogan and the private reality of Terry Bollea.

A final look behind the icon

In its final stretch, the series shifts focus to legacy, presenting Hogan not just as a wrestling icon but as a man grappling with the consequences of fame.

As he reflects on his life, the interview offers a rare, more unfiltered perspective on identity, pressure and the cost of maintaining a larger-than-life character for decades.

Hulk Hogan: Real American is now streaming on Netflix.