Bubba The Love Sponge Reflects on His Relationship with Hulk Hogan
Expresses Deep Regret for Not Apologizing to Hulk Before His Passing
Remembering a Friendship Lost Before WWE Star’s Death
Published July 24, 2025 11:18 AM PDT
Hulk Hogan‘s former close friend Bubba the Love Sponge is deeply mourning the loss of the legendary wrestling icon, expressing his sorrow over their tumultuous relationship and reflecting on his regrets. Bubba acknowledges that he has unresolved feelings regarding their complicated history, which has left a profound impact on him.
Bubba shared with TMZ, stating, “I’m heartbroken to hear of Terry’s passing. As everyone knows, we had our issues, and those issues were mostly my fault. I loved him as a friend while he was with us, and I will continue to love his memory as a friend going forward.” His heartfelt words highlight the emotional weight of their friendship and the pain of unresolved disputes.
The renowned radio DJ elaborated, saying, “I’m saddened that I will never be able to tell him how sorry I am for the way I handled things that created the rift between us. I miss my friend and hope he rests in peace.” His words convey a deep sense of loss and the weight of unspoken apologies that now remain forever unsaid.
It’s important to note that Bubba was at the center of a significant controversy surrounding Hogan’s 2012 sex tape scandal, which featured his then-wife, Heather Clem, alongside the wrestling superstar. Although there was an informal agreement between Bubba and Heather regarding her interactions with other men, which included recording those encounters, the situation escalated when Hogan sued both parties following the unauthorized leak of the footage.
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Ultimately, Bubba and Hulk settled the legal issues for a mere $5,000 along with an on-air apology. However, their bond was irreparably damaged, signifying the enduring regret Bubba feels about how their relationship deteriorated over time. This lingering sorrow highlights the complexities of friendship in the face of public scrutiny and personal conflicts.
It’s not officially confirmed, but Bubba The Love Sponge is saying Hulk Hogan is in the hospital, and “might not make it.” pic.twitter.com/YIgCcZAcNR
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In recent discussions, Bubba mentioned on his radio show that Hulk’s health had taken a turn for the worse, prompting family members to make the trip to say their final goodbyes. However, sources from TMZ clarified that the rumors about Hulk being on his deathbed were greatly exaggerated and unfounded.
TMZ broke the news that Hogan died at 71 on Thursday morning at his residence in Clearwater, Florida. Emergency medics were dispatched due to a cardiac arrest and desperately attempted to save his life as he was transported out of his home and rushed to a nearby hospital, where he was ultimately pronounced dead. This tragic turn of events has left many fans and fellow wrestlers in mourning.









