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July 25, 2025
In a surprising and heartfelt crossover between sports communities, NASCAR stars Chase Elliott, Chase Briscoe, and Jimmie Johnson, along with other racing legends, are reportedly involved in the planning and arrangement of wrestling icon Hulk Hogan’s burial.
The news follows the sudden and shocking death of Hulk Hogan, the professional wrestling legend and pop culture icon, who passed away earlier this week at the age of 71. As tributes pour in from around the world, NASCAR’s tight-knit community is stepping up in a powerful show of respect.
🤝 A Friendship Beyond Sports
Sources close to the matter indicate that Hogan, a longtime NASCAR fan and occasional guest at major races like Daytona and Talladega, had formed personal relationships with several drivers over the years. Among those closest to him were Jimmie Johnson, who reportedly kept in touch with Hogan long after his retirement from full-time racing, and Chase Elliott, who once met Hogan at a charity event.
“He wasn’t just a wrestling legend,” said one member of the NASCAR garage. “He loved racing, loved the people in the sport, and we loved him back.”
⚰️ Drivers Assist in Final Tribute
While exact details of the burial ceremony remain private out of respect for Hogan’s family, insiders say the trio of Elliott, Briscoe, and Johnson will help organize and attend a memorial service, possibly even serving as honorary pallbearers or speakers at a celebration of life ceremony expected to be held in Florida.
It’s also rumored that a special NASCAR-themed tribute could be incorporated into the service, with Hogan’s family approving nods to his love for stock car racing and American motorsport culture.
🗣️ Jimmie Johnson Speaks Out
Jimmie Johnson shared his thoughts on social media:
“Heartbroken to lose a friend and a true American icon. Hulk was larger than life, but he always made time for people. Honored to help carry him home. Rest easy, brother.”
🏁 Racing and Wrestling: A Shared Brotherhood
The connection between wrestling and racing may seem unlikely, but both worlds thrive on passion, showmanship, and loyalty. Hogan’s larger-than-life persona and patriotic bravado made him a natural fit with NASCAR’s audience, especially during the sport’s heyday in the 1990s and early 2000s.
His love for speed, competition, and the roar of the crowd brought him into the fold—and now, in his passing, the NASCAR family is helping ensure he’s laid to rest with the honor he deserves.
🌟 Final Thoughts
In a world that often feels divided, it’s moments like these that highlight the strength of sports as a unifying force. Hulk Hogan’s legacy as an entertainer, a fighter, and a fan will live on—not just in the wrestling ring, but on racetracks, in garages, and in the hearts of drivers who admired him.
Rest in peace, Hulk Hogan.
You were a legend to millions—and a brother to many more.
