So Beefcake was thinking of his friend Hogan — who had reportedly been dealing with several health issues — in the days leading up to his death Thursday morning at age 71, and in an interview with TMZ, Beefcake expressed regret about not being able to see him one last time.

Professional wrestling legend Hulk Hogan has died at the age of 71 after suffering a medical issue at his home in Florida, TMZ Sports reported on Thursday.

The death of professional wrestling's most recognizable showman sparked reactions from the worlds of entertainment and politics.