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.

‘Rocky III’ at 40: Sly Stallone, Mr. T, and Thunderlips Collide In Reagan’s High-Octane ‘80s . By Jordan Hoffman @ jhoffman. Published May 28, 2022, 8:00 a.m. ET. 196 Shares

This evening, at 21:30, on Channel 8, Rocky III will be broadcast, the film in which Hulk Hogan, the wrestler who passed away today at 71, appears, marking his cinematic debut. Some trivia about

The impact of “Rocky III” on pro wrestling was just as great — perhaps even greater. Originally Published: April 2, 2022 at 2:34 PM EDT. Share this:

The unforgettable character "Thunderlips" in Rocky III elevated Hulk Hogan's celebrity beyond the wrestling world. Hogan died at 71, after reportedly suffering cardiac arrest at his home in Clearwater,

WWE wrestler Hulk Hogan was fired for appearing in "Rocky III." He says it happened in Fall River — but is that story true, or kayfabe?