Legal Tea Episode 225. Celebrity Estate Planning - Estate of Hulk Hogan (Terry Gene Bollea)
Dec 2, 2025
Dive into the surprising inner workings of Hulk Hogan's estate after his passing. Uncover why his daughter was omitted from the will, shedding light on family dynamics in estate planning. Explore Hogan's famous wrestling legacy, the controversies surrounding his career, and his personal life's struggles. Discover the intricacies of his will, executors, and the legal disputes that followed. Gain valuable insights on the importance of communication and updating estate documents for a smoother transition.
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Public Family Drama And Missed Grandparenting
- Hulk Hogan's family life played out publicly with reality TV, divorce, and legal troubles that affected his public image.
- His daughter Brooke had two children in early 2025 but he never met them before his July 2025 death.
Probate Filings Don't Show The Whole Estate
- Hulk Hogan did have an estate plan, minimally a last will and testament, filed in Florida probate court.
- Media reports vary on assets and trusts because probate filings may only show assets passing via the will.
Will Updates And Beneficiary Choices
- The will named Nick and Terry McCoy as co-executors and was created in 2016 with multiple amendments through 2023.
- The will left everything to his son Nick and referenced the spouse but did not name Brooke as a beneficiary.