Wrestling icon Hulk Hogan died on Thursday at the age of 71. Perhaps the most well-known and recognizable wrestler in the history of the industry, he was a major catalyst in the growth of the World Wrestling Federation throughout the 1980s.

Since news broke of legendary wrestler Hulk Hogan’s death on Thursday, July 24, at age 71, wrestlers and celebrities have come forward to share their condolences and memories. Hogan suffered cardiac arrest at his home in Clearwater,

John Cena, Ric Flair and more stars paid tribute to the late wrestling legend Hulk Hogan after his death at age 71 on July 24. Ric Flair spoke with PEOPLE.