Hulk Hogan’s tribute to open WWE SmackDown on Friday night was nothing short of a tear-jerker. The event in Cleveland was opened with loud applause and the crowd chanting “Hogan” in unison to honor the late wrestler who died at 71 years old on Thursday. Fellow wrestler Triple H led the tribute for Hogan.

WWE Honors ‘The Immortal’ Hulk Hogan With Special 10-Bell Salute originally appeared on Parade. WWE delivered a heartfelt tribute to one of its iconic figures, Hulk Hogan, following his passing on July 24. During Friday night’s SmackDown, the organization dedicated a segment to honor the ring legend, showcasing his most memorable moments in WWE.

The wrestling world lost one of its most iconic superstars in Hulk Hogan this week, and during tonight’s SmackDown, WWE paid tribute to Hogan in several different ways. The episode began with the locker room and several legends standing on the stage as Triple H spoke about Hogan’s passing and what he meant to the