WWE Hall of Fame Eric Bischoff recalls his final words with Hulk Hogan before his death

The legendary wrestler and global sensation Hulk Hogan who was 71 years old took his last breath on 24th July. The cause of Hogan’s death was cardiac arrest. He had been unwell for some time, he had been taken to the hospital as soon as possible, however he was officially declared dead at the hospital despite the best efforts to save his life. Hulk Hogan was known for his charisma and his unique identity. He was different from other wrestlers due to his unmatchable aura and charm. The whole wrestling fraternity mourns the death of the Superstar.

Eric Bischoff who is a famous WWE wrestler himself recalled his final memory with Hulk Hogan and the conversation that he had with his close friend. During the latest episode of his podcast ‘83 weeks with Bischoff’, the wrestler stated that Hogan was embarrassed to meet him at first. It was Hulk Hogan’s son Nick contacted Bischoff to come and meet his close friend at his home in Florida. Hogan was initially embarrassed to meet his friends and over a phone call he told Eric that he really wanted to meet him, however he was hesitant as he was feeling very sick.

“It was work for Hogan to have a conversation, but he was the same guy": Eric Bischoff

Eric replied to him saying that, “When I look at you, I don’t see the same thing you see when you look in the mirror, so f*** that, I’ll be down Monday." When Eric went to visit him, Hogan did not want to talk about his illness, rather he was keen to know about the upcoming projects and future business plans. Hogan wanted to know what was going on in Eric’s life. Eric revealed that he sounded weak but he was still the same guy that he knew who used to be the epitome of high spirits.

Bischoff revealed that the conversation lasted for almost an hour and that he offered to arrange some promotional interviews for Hulk Hogan to which Hogan stated that he can't wait for it. He said that he can't appear on camera but will remain to be his best on the phone. Bischoff stated that he was lucky enough to meet his close friend just days before his death for one final time.