1. Who Is Brooke Hogan?
Brooke Hogan (born Brooke Ellen Bollea on May 5, 1988) is an American singer, television personality, and interior designer, widely known as the daughter of wrestling legend Hulk Hogan. She rose to fame on the VH1 reality series Hogan Knows Best (2005–2007) and later starred in her own spin-off, Brooke Knows Best (2008–2009).
2. Early Career: Music and Television
In 2004, Brooke released her first charting single “Everything to Me”, and followed it with her debut album Undiscovered in 2006, produced by Scott Storch. The album peaked at #28 on Billboard 200, led by the single “About Us” (featuring Paul Wall), which cracked the Top 40.
Following her music debut, she starred in Brooke Knows Best, a TV show centered on her transition into adulthood and the entertainment industry.
3. Personal Evolution: Music, Design & Family
Brooke’s musical pursuits continued into the 2010s with multiple singles and two EPs, including The Redemption (2009). In recent years she shifted focus: launching her interior design company BB Designs by Brooke in 2018 and returning to music in 2024 with country-influenced singles like “Boys Trip,” “Boomerang,” “Don’t Know It Yet,” and “Love People”
In January 2025, Brooke and her husband, retired NHL player Steven Oleksy, welcomed twins Oliver Andrew and Molly Gene Oleksy. Brooke shared the news joyfully, noting their hearts were made whole by her children’s arrival.
4. Family Legacy: Hulk Hogan’s Passing & Estrangement
Brooke’s high-profile father, Hulk Hogan (Terry Gene Bollea), died on July 24, 2025, at age 71 due to cardiac arrest. In the days following his death, Brooke paid tribute to him on Instagram, describing their bond as spiritual and sacred despite years of emotional distance.
While media reports cite estrangement, Brooke clarified their split was gradual and rooted in family complexity—not a dramatic falling out. She emphasized she was always his daughter and they shared private conversations until late in life.
5. Estate & Will: Brooke’s Separation from Legacy
In 2023, Brooke formally requested her removal from her father’s will, expressing mistrust of those managing his affairs. She declined inheritance to avoid family conflicts. However, she will still receive a modest sum via a life-insurance trust, which she plans to use for her children’s education.
WWE later paid homage to Hulk Hogan during SmackDown and Raw specials, but Brooke did not attend. She stated on Instagram that she was never invited, countering backlash from some fans.
6. Public Feud: Brooke vs Linda Hogan
Brooke’s mother, Linda Hogan, publicly posted emotional messages about estrangement. Brooke responded on Instagram, refuting claims and affirming that Linda had once met her husband. She denied allegations, clarified family complexities, and urged respect for personal truth. The exchange has heightened attention on their personal history.
7. Where Brooke Stands Now
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Creative projects: Brooke is refocusing on her music. She recently spent time in Nashville writing and recording new tracks, indicating an impending release of EPs or singles beyond her pop roots.
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Professional pivot: Her interior design business continues operating smoothly, reflecting a shift toward a quieter life beyond reality television.
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Family & motherhood: As a mother to newborn twins, Brooke emphasizes emotional healing and legacy separate from her father’s wrestling fame.