WCW and WWE legendary professional wrestler Hulk Hogan and for his unexpected skateboarding appearance in the early 90s film Suburban Commando, has passed away at the age of 71 following a cardiac arrest at his Clearwater, Florida home early Thursday morning.
Most fans know Hogan for his unforgettable voice, handlebar mustache, and ring presence that defined an era of professional wrestling.
But skaters might also remember him for one of the strangest moments in movie skateboarding history.
In Suburban Commando, Hogan’s alien-warrior character ends up riding a skateboard, pulling off a handtand and pivot tricks. The scene is completely over-the-top and still gets shared today by skate fans who love the weirdness of old movies.
Even though Hogan wasn’t a skater in real life, his presence has somehow found a home in the skate world.
Enjoi once released a Chris Haslam pro model with Hogan’s image on it. Jart Skateboards put out a parody graphic. Primitive included him in a WWE-themed series.
His image on decks has become a small but funny part of skate culture, reminding people how the skate world often blends humor, nostalgia, and strange references.
Hogan’s connection to skating may have started as a joke, but it stuck. The Suburban Commando scene has earned a sort of cult status among skaters who grew up watching it or discovered it later.
He wasn’t known for tricks or contests, but he still rolled into skate conversations in his own bizarre way.
From the wrestling ring to a movie skateboard chase, Hogan left behind more than just championship titles. He left pop culture memories that ended up crossing into skating, giving fans something to laugh about and remember.
Rest easy, Hulkster.