Brooke Hogan offers to pay for autopsy on dad as questions surround how he died
Hulk Hogan's estranged daughter Brooke has publicly offered to pay for an autopsy to clear up the 'speculation and uncertainty' surrounding her dad's death.
The 37-year-old shared a statement on Instagram on Thursday (7 August) explaining that she is willing to stump up the cash for a post-mortem examination.
In wake of Hulk's death last month on 24 July, it was reported that the wrestling legend had passed away from a heart attack, while he also had other health problems at play.
Documents from the District Six Medical Examiner seen by Page Six explained that the WWE legend had chronic lymphocytic leukaemia, a type of cancer that attacks the white blood cells.
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Hulk also had a history of atrial fibrillation, which is a condition where someone suffers from an irregular or rapid heart rate.
His widow, third wife Sky Daily, also revealed that he had been 'dealing with some health issues' but said she had believed he would 'overcome' them.
Reports claim that an autopsy has not been performed on Hulk - real name Terry Gene Bollea - because the circumstances surrounding his death were not deemed suspicious.
A private funeral took place for him in Florida on Tuesday (5 August), which his daughter Brooke did not attend.
However, his family have said they are seeking more answers about his passing before they proceed with a cremation, with wife Sky saying they want 'every question about his medical care answered first.'
The 71-year-old's daughter Brooke is on the same page, as she explained she thinks it is 'weird' that an autopsy had not taken place while calling into Bubba the Love Sponge’s podcast earlier this week.
"It's weird that no autopsy was performed," she said. "Because yes, you can have a heart attack, but what was the reason for the heart attack is the question."
Brooke also revealed that she had no idea her father was suffering from chronic lymphocytic leukaemia.
"That's what has me puzzled," she continued. "Because they're saying, ‘Oh, he had leukaemia.’ And I saw his blood work every time. One doctor, I quote, said his blood is like a 25-year-old’s.
"I mean, he took the most care of his body. He was going to an anti-aging specialist and also, just being through all the surgeries, you have to do a blood panel before any major surgery.
"How did nobody catch a high white blood cell count?"
Now, she has taken to her Instagram Story to express her relief that Hulk has not been cremated.
In the post, Brooke said: "I'm glad to see that my dad has not been cremated and that Sky is waiting because of family questions.
"With all of the speculation and uncertainty of my dad's death, I want to personally offer to pay for an autopsy if that's what it takes to get it done.
"My dad's dignity and legacy deserves it."
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