"What killed him was" - WWE Hall of Famer makes shocking claim about Hulk Hogan's death

WWE Hall of Famer Ric Flair made a shocking claim about Hulk Hogan's death. Despite their in-ring rivalry, The Nature Boy and The Hulkster were close friends in real life.

Speaking on the Doubl3 Coverage Podcast, a visibly heartbroken Ric Flair claimed that "street drugs" killed Hogan. The 16-time WWE World Champion noted that he spoke with the late star a day before his death.

The 76-year-old added that Hulk Hogan got infected after his last neck surgery. Flair stated that Hogan was in so much pain and the doctors would not prescribe him any pain-relief medicines.

"I talked to him the day before he died. I shouldn’t say this, but what killed him was street drugs. When the doctor wouldn’t prescribe any more. He was in so much pain. Then he had neck surgery and got infected. So back in the hospital, imagine 10 back surgeries, two knees, two hips, all this," Flair said.

Ric Flair further claimed that Hogan was then given drugs bought off the street. Unfortunately, The Hulkster's body could not take it anymore.

"And then when the doctor would not prescribe any more pain medicine, they just couldn’t do it. All due conscience, right? So they went and got the drugs off the street. His body just said, ‘You know what? Bingo. I can’t do it anymore,'" Flair added.

You can check out the entire conversation in the video below:

Hulk Hogan was perhaps the most popular and influential star in the history of professional wrestling. He passed away at the age of 71 due to a heart attack earlier this year on July 24.

Hulk Hogan's son spoke about potentially becoming a professional wrestler

Hulk Hogan's son Nick Hogan sparked massive speculation about a potential pro wrestling career when he shared photos of himself training with NWA star Bryan Idol earlier this month.

Nick further teased becoming a pro wrestler in his interview with TMZ Sports. Although he did not confirm anything, the 35-year-old stated that wrestling is in his blood, and it makes him feel closer to his late father. Nick Hogan further revealed that he always tries to stay in contact with everyone in the industry.

Only time will tell whether Nick Hogan steps inside the squared circle to carry his father's legacy forward.

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