In his later years, Hogan was better known as a reality TV star, headlining the two season VH1 series, Hogan Knows Best and appearing on its one-and-done follow-up, Brooke Knows Best. He also had cameos on comedy series ranging from The Inbetweeners to The Goldbergs.

Boomer Knight. Hurricane Spencer. Thunderlips. Hulk Hogan's characters were as bombastic as the man himself. His movie and TV roles weren't always great, but they sure did stick with you.

Hulk Hogan made a big movie impact out of the wrestling ring starting with "Rocky III." Here are the most memorable.

It's hard to overstate just how violent and commie-hating American pop culture was in the 1980s. The late wrestler was among its biggest stars.

Hulk Hogan's journey from WWE wrestling star to Hollywood actor included memorable roles in "Rocky III" and the reality show "Hogan Knows Best" before his death at age 71.

The appearance proved successful both for "Rocky III" — which grossed more than $270 million worldwide — and Hogan, whose debut set him up for a variety of film roles. Hogan appeared in "No Holds Barred" before earning starring roles in "Suburban Commando" and "Mr. Nanny," among other movies.

Hulk Hogan called the Netflix biopic's script "powerful," even hoping Chris Hemsworth would receive Oscar attention for his role

Hulk Hogan has had several ups and downs throughout the years before his death in July 2025. ... From Wrestling to His Film Career and More. Caitlyn Somers. July 24, 2025 at 8:11 AM.

The WWE Hall of Fame wrestler's illustrious career featured multiple film and television roles, including the movies "No Holds Barred" and "Suburban Commando."

Wrestling icon Hulk Hogan's recent death at age 71 brought back memories of the week he spent in Topeka in July 1988 filming a wrestling movie.