Brooke Hogan’s Personal Tribute to Her Father

Brooke Hogan, daughter of the late WWE legend Hulk Hogan, opted for a personal tribute over attending her father’s private funeral service in Florida. On the day of the funeral, she chose to honor her father by watching the sunset with her family, a gesture she described as “the most genuine way” to remember him. Brooke, who is married to former NHL player Steven Oleksy, shared her decision on social media, explaining that her father disliked the morbidity of funerals and preferred simpler celebrations of life.

A Private Moment by the Sea

Instead of joining the intimate gathering at Indian Rocks Church, where close friends and family paid their respects, Brooke spent the day at the beach with her family. She posted pictures on Instagram of herself, Oleksy, and their twins enjoying the sunset. Brooke expressed that this private moment by the sea was a way to feel closest to her father, reminiscing about their shared love for the ocean. She fondly recalled how her father would have enjoyed sitting in his pop-up lawn chair, watching the waves and sunset.

Reflecting on Their Relationship

Brooke also addressed her complex relationship with her father in an emotional tribute following his death. Despite being estranged in his later years, she clarified that there was never a significant conflict between them. Their relationship was marked by private conversations that were deeply personal and misunderstood by outsiders. Brooke’s heartfelt message highlighted her enduring love and respect for her father.

A Legacy Remembered

Hulk Hogan passed away on July 24 at 71 after suffering a heart attack. He had a history of atrial fibrillation, a condition causing an irregular heart rate. The private funeral service was attended by WWE icons like Paul “Triple H” Levesque and Stephanie McMahon, as well as celebrities such as Kid Rock and Bam Margera. Brooke’s decision to honor her father in her own way underscores the diverse ways people choose to grieve and celebrate loved ones.