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Linda Hogan isn\u2019t mincing words after her late ex-husband, Hulk Hogan<\/a>, was noticeably left out of the 2025 Emmy Awards’ emotional \u201cIn Memoriam\u201d tribute.<\/p>\n The WWE legend and reality TV star \u2014 who died in July \u2014 had a decades-long presence on television, including as the star of VH1\u2019s Hogan Knows Best<\/em>.<\/p>\n Despite being a pop culture icon<\/a> and TV ratings draw, his name was never mentioned during the Emmy segment on Sunday night (Sept. 14) \u2014 and Linda is demanding answers.<\/p>\n \u201cThey should have named him!!\u201d she told Entertainment Weekly<\/em><\/a>, adding that she believes Hulk\u2019s recent political views may have factored into the decision.<\/p>\n The 70-year-old, who was married to Hulk from 1983 until 2009, suggested the Television Academy snubbed her ex due to his support for Donald Trump<\/a> and J.D. Vance at the 2024 Republican National Convention.<\/p>\n \u201cI can’t prove that,\u201d she clarified. \u201cIt\u2019s just a guess\u2026 but they should have named him!!\u201d<\/p>\n Read More:\u00a0<\/strong><\/em>Linda Hogan Honors Late Ex-Husband Hulk Hogan With Heartfelt Tribute on His 72nd Birthday<\/a><\/p>\n Linda also pointed out that Hulk wasn\u2019t strictly partisan \u2014 he once voiced support for Barack Obama during the 2008 election.<\/p>\n \u201cHe even backed Obama at one point,\u201d she told TMZ<\/em>. \u201cThis shouldn\u2019t be political.\u201d<\/p>\n Mostly known for his pro wrestling career<\/a>, Hulk Hogan (real name Terry Bollea) had a major television footprint.<\/p>\n He starred in the \u201890s action series Thunder in Paradise<\/em>, hosted multiple specials, and appeared frequently on reality and variety shows.<\/p>\n Most notably, he led VH1\u2019s hit series Hogan Knows Best<\/em> alongside Linda and their children, Brooke and Nick<\/a>. The show ran for four seasons and helped launch Brooke\u2019s pop career.<\/p>\n \u201cDuring his WWF years, he had the highest-rated time slot on NBC,\u201d she added. \u201cHe made television history \u2014 whether they want to admit it or not.\u201d<\/p>\n Read More:\u00a0<\/strong><\/em>Real Names of 150 Current and Former WWE Superstars \u2014 How Many Do You Know?<\/a><\/p>\n Linda also referenced an industry event in Los Angeles before Hulk\u2019s death, where she says he was shunned, hinting the Emmys may have followed suit.<\/p>\n \u201cI really can’t tell you why they left him out\u2026 just a guess<\/a> considering the way he was treated at his last appearance in LA,\u201d she said.<\/p>\n The wrestling icon\u00a0died on July 24, 2025, at age 71. He passed away at his home<\/a> in Clearwater, Fla., of acute myocardial infarction (a heart attack).<\/p>\n Medical records revealed he had a history of leukemia and atrial fibrillation, a condition that causes irregular heartbeats.<\/p>\n Read More:\u00a0<\/strong><\/em>Vince McMahon Defends Hulk Hogan\u2019s Character, Calls WWE Comeback the Right Move<\/a><\/p>\n Hulk wasn’t the only star left out of the 2025 Emmys \u201cIn Memoriam\u201d segment. Other notable absences included:<\/p>\n The segment featured a moving live duet by Lainey Wilson<\/a> and Vince Gill<\/a>.<\/p>\n The country powerhouses joined forces for a moving performance<\/a> of Gill\u2019s \u201cGo Rest High on That Mountain\u201d in a tribute to television talents lost this past year \u2014 including David Lynch, Maggie Smith, Malcolm-Jamal Warner, Ozzy Osbourne, and others.<\/p>\n We’re not even six months into 2025, and already country music has suffered some devastating losses.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n Gallery Credit: Sterling Whitaker<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nJust a Guess, But\u2026<\/h3>\n
A Legacy That Deserved Recognition<\/h3>\n
Watch the Trailer for ‘Thunder in Paradise’:<\/h3>\n
Remembering Hulk Hogan<\/h3>\n
Not the Only Emmys Snub<\/h3>\n
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Watch Lainey + Vince’s Performance:<\/h3>\n
Country Stars Who Have Died in 2025<\/h2>\n