India, July 24 -- Wrestling icon Hulk Hogan has passed away at the age of 71, according to a report by TMZ. The cause of death is said to be cardiac arrest. Emergency responders were reportedly dispatched to Hogan's residence in Clearwater, Florida, early Thursday morning, following a call referencing a cardiac emergency. As of now, Hogan's family has not released an official statement regarding his passing.

Hulk Hogan had undergone numerous surgeries in recent years, including back operations, knee and hip replacements, shoulder surgeries, as well as procedures on his eyes and abdomen.

Last month, he was hospitalized for neck and back problems and underwent a cervical fusion surgery, described as a "minor fusion procedure."

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