Love him or hate him, Hulk Hogan’s larger-than-life persona translated seamlessly into meme culture, long before his passing today. His iconic catchphrases, such as "Whatcha gonna do, brother?" and "Hulkamania," have been endlessly looped into reaction memes, GIFs and nostalgic remixes, capturing his bombastic energy and fanfare over the last few decades.

Videos of him tearing his shirt apart in slow motion became a staple of reaction internet content, used to express hype or exaggerated excitement. Even his dramatic heel turn as Hollywood Hogan in WCW’s nWo era inspired mashups and parodies across platforms like Reddit and TikTok, where users splice in his theme song or catchphrases to signal a switch from hero to villain.

In the wake of his death, the memetic outpouring has been profound and emotionally mixed. On various corners of the internet, many are recalling his different controversies, highlighting that, for all the Hulkamania love, Hogan’s history of controversial remarks and public scandals also surfaces in darker, more critical viral content.

Memes now reflect this duality. Some celebrate his athletic charisma and Hall of Fame legacy, while others call out his problematic behavior. In essence, Hogan lives on in digital lore, not as a one‑dimensional hero, but as a complex cultural figure whose highs and lows continue to resonate and spark conversation online.

Here are 20 memes of the infamous pro wrestler to reflect on this somber day.