The incident unfolded when Hogan observed a vehicle swerving across lanes in an attempt to take a missed exit.
In a display of real-life heroism that reflects his wrestling prowess, WWE legend Hulk Hogan, along with his wife Sky Daily and a friend identified as Jake, a U.S. Marine, sprang into action to rescue to a teenager after a terrifying car accident in Clearwater. florida highway, The US Sun reported.
The incident unfolded when Hogan's group observed a vehicle swerving across lanes in an attempt to take a missed exit, resulting in a collision with another car that overturned. Hogan, known for his wrestling personality, immediately stopped and, with Jake's help, rushed to help the 17-year-old driver who was left “completely flustered.”
Deploying whatever tools he had on hand, the Marine punctured the airbag and Hogan, wearing his distinctive New World Order (nWo) t-shirt, played a key role in extricating the young driver from the overturned vehicle. The duo quickly unbuckled his seat belt, ensuring his safety until paramedics arrived.
The unnamed teenager, visibly shaken but apparently unharmed, expressed his gratitude, and Hogan, now 70, humbly stated that he was “happy to help.” The legendary wrestler's heroic act showed a real-world embodiment of the personality that propelled him to global fame during the '80s and '90s, solidifying his status as a 12-time world champion and a central figure in the launch of “Hulkamania.” “.
In particular, Hogan's influence extended into the late '90s and early '00s with WCW, where he, along with Kevin Nash and Scott Hall, formed the infamous New World Order faction. Despite playing villains, the trio's charisma earned them adoration from fans, culminating in a Hall of Fame induction for all three nWo members.
