Leaked Videos and Photos Reveal Intimate, Emotional Moments at Hulk Hogan’s Funeral as Wrestling World Unites for Legendary Farewell

The world of professional wrestling was brought to a standstill earlier this week as news broke of the passing of Hulk Hogan, regarded by millions as the greatest superstar in sports entertainment history. In the days following this somber event, leaked video footage and photographs from inside Hogan’s private funeral quickly circulated across social media and news outlets, offering fans—many of whom had idolized him for decades—a candid window into the deeply emotional gathering where legends, friends, and family paid their final respects to an icon.

A Solemn Morning in Clearwater

Hulk Hogan’s funeral took place on August 5th in Clearwater, Florida—his beloved home for much of his later life. Early in the morning, the city’s atmosphere was palpably different. Streets were lined not only with fans and local residents but also with wrestling enthusiasts from around the country, many of them sporting Hogan’s signature “Hulkamania” t-shirts, bandanas, and other memorabilia in tribute.

The event itself was a private affair, meticulously planned by Hogan’s family in accordance with his wishes. Only a select group of Hogan’s closest friends, family members, and colleagues received invitations, ensuring an intimate, respectful farewell. However, despite the privacy, several leaked videos and photos have since given the world a glimpse into this historic and heartbreaking day.

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The Final Walk

The most widely shared clip from the leaked footage depicts a heartbreaking scene: Hulk Hogan’s casket, adorned with a cascade of vibrant red and yellow flowers—the very colors that became synonymous with his persona—being solemnly carried by a group of pallbearers. As the casket made its way toward the ceremonial altar, a hush fell over the gathering. All in attendance paused, many unable to hold back tears, as reality set in: wrestling’s most beloved hero was saying his final goodbye.

The pallbearers, among whom were several close friends and wrestling greats, included Chuck Zto, Jerry “The King” Lawler, Jacques Rougeau, and others. Cameras briefly captured Triple H—now one of WWE’s top executives—guiding the procession with a silent dignity. Each step seemed measured, heavy with the weight of memory and loss.

Although initial reports suggested Hogan would be buried, it was revealed during the service that his body would instead be cremated—a decision made by Hogan and his family. Before the cremation, loved ones had the opportunity to approach the casket, many placing keepsakes, small tributes, or simply resting their hands gently atop the lid as a final act of love and remembrance.

Legends Gather for Their Fallen Brother

If Hogan was at the heart of wrestling, his funeral was a testament to the vast ‘family’ he built over half a century. Leaked footage and photos showed many of the biggest names in wrestling history taking their seats in the front rows, offering glimpses of raw, unfiltered emotion rarely seen in their public personas. Among those in attendance were:

Triple H: Wearing a black suit and somber expression, never straying far from the immediate family or the casket.
Jerry “The King” Lawler: Spotted embracing Shane McMahon before the service began, visibly fighting back tears.
Shane McMahon: At times, seen consoling others, stoic but deeply moved.
Edge (Adam Copeland): Sitting quietly, often looking down, lost in private thoughts of the man who helped define his own career.
Diamond Dallas Page (DDP): Later captured at a table, chatting softly with mourners while sipping water, his trademark grin subdued.
Big Show: In the front row, his massive figure hunched forward as he clasped his hands, head bowed.
Jacques Rougeau: Seen in a touching moment standing in front of the casket before the service, whispering a private goodbye. He and his wife, later photographed together, held the funeral programs reading, “In Loving Memory: Terry Bollea.”
Matt Riddle: Pictured with his wife inside the venue, later seen with tears streaming down his face as he hugged Nick Hogan.
Nick Hogan: The late superstar’s son, standing resolutely beside his mother and other family members, supported by the loving arms of many in wrestling’s brotherhood.

Sprinkled throughout the audience were dozens of other recognizable faces: former champions, tag-team partners, rivals, and protégés. Leaked images showed several sharing laughs between tears as they swapped stories about Hogan’s legendary antics both in and out of the ring.

A Beautiful Service Reflecting a Legendary Life

The ceremony itself was as grand as it was heartfelt. The venue—beautifully decorated with floral arrangements in Hogan’s trademark red and yellow—was filled with memorabilia chronicling his journey from a Florida beach kid to a global superstar. Framed photos adorned every table, showcasing everything from his early days as Terry Bollea to his peak as Hulk Hogan, clutching championship belts before roaring crowds.

The altar’s backdrop was a gigantic screen, throughout the service playing a moving tribute video that traced the contours of Hogan’s life—his meteoric rise in the 1980s, his boundary-breaking clashes in the WWE and WCW, and his second act as an enduring pop culture figure in the decades that followed. Scenes of him bodyslamming Andre the Giant at WrestleMania III drew ovations even from mourners, while candid clips with his children drew bittersweet smiles.

A local pastor presided over the service, offering words of comfort and hope to Hogan’s family while acknowledging the profound influence the late superstar had on both wrestling and the broader cultural landscape. “Hulk Hogan’s strength was never just physical,” the pastor said during the eulogy. “His true power came from his belief in the good of every person he met, the way he inspired kids to dream, and the hope he gave to fans who needed a hero.”

Words from the Legends

Though no official media were allowed, several heartfelt eulogies were reportedly delivered by wrestling colleagues. Triple H recounted tales of courage from Hogan’s storied career—not just inside the ring, but in his relentless advocacy for charity and Make-A-Wish, and his devotion to the wrestling business. Jerry Lawler’s speech was said to be particularly moving, blending laughter and tears as he recounted Hogan’s many pranks and his unwavering loyalty to friends.

Perhaps most powerfully, Shane McMahon reminded attendees and fans, “Hulk taught us all to ‘say our prayers, eat our vitamins,’ but what he really modeled was the strength to keep getting up—no matter how many times you get knocked down.”

One Last Toast at Hogan’s Bar

After the formal service, mourners returned to Hulk Hogan’s famed beach bar, a favorite of the man himself and a second home to both locals and wrestling royalty. There, the atmosphere shifted from solemnity to celebration, as those closest to Hogan toasted his memory with his favorite drinks and swapped countless stories from a career that shaped so many lives.

Ex-WWE star Matt Riddle snapped a picture with his wife inside the bar and later posted on social media, “A beautiful service for a beautiful man. We love you forever, Hulk Hogan.”

The tribute video played again, and this time, as “Real American”—Hogan’s signature entrance theme—filled the bar, the crowd rose in unison, chanting, “Hogan! Hogan! Hogan!” one final time.

Fans and the World Mourn

Even as the funeral was meant to be private, Hogan’s legion of fans poured into Clearwater that evening, forming candlelit vigils outside the venue and along the local beaches. Social media exploded with tributes, personal stories, and nostalgia, underlining just how many lives Hulk Hogan touched.

For many, the leaked images and footage from inside the funeral became both a source of comfort and heartbreak—a reminder that legends, too, are vulnerable, and that the end of an era, no matter how grand, is always accompanied by genuine sorrow and love.

A Forever Legacy

As the sun set over Clearwater that evening, only one thing was certain: Hulk Hogan’s physical presence may have left this world, but his legacy—of strength, hope, and unforgettable entertainment—will live on in the hearts of those he inspired. In the words of one mourner, “Heroes might leave us. But legends never die.”