Linda Hogan has made headlines yet again with her dramatic change in stance on her ex-husband Hulk Hogan, as tensions between her and their daughter Brooke reach new heights.
The ongoing war of words between Linda, 65, and Brooke, 36, has escalated after a series of shocking accusations made by Linda against the family, followed by an unexpected reversal in her support for Hulk Hogan, 71.
A Turbulent Exchange Between Mother and Daughter
This week, Linda caused a stir when she posted a video accusing her ex-husband Hulk Hogan of being a “complete liar” and a “sex addict.”
Her words struck a nerve, as the former wrestling icon, whose real name is Terry Bollea, was previously seen as the source of many family issues.
However, Linda took a surprising U-turn over the weekend, defending her ex-husband and claiming he had always been a good father, despite his flaws as a husband.
Linda Defends Hulk Hogan’s Fatherhood
In a conversation with TMZ, Linda acknowledged that Hulk had been “a s****y husband,” but made it clear that his shortcomings as a partner didn’t reflect his role as a father.
She praised him for spending over $3 million to support Brooke’s career and emphasized that he had always been a caring father.
Linda also took the opportunity to criticize Brooke for distancing herself from her parents and claiming that this behavior would negatively affect her own children.
Tensions Mount as Linda Calls Brooke’s Actions Unfair
Linda’s comments went further as she expressed her frustration with Brooke, stating that her daughter’s actions were “unprecedented” and “unfair.”
She revealed that Hulk Hogan had been deeply saddened by Brooke’s emotional distance, just as Linda and Brooke’s brother, Nick, had been.
After what Brooke has done and to punish us… the damage is already done,” Linda said.
“I don’t think she could hurt us anymore, so she can just march on her merry way with her family.”
Brooke’s New Life and Linda’s Criticism of the Past
The drama intensified as Linda’s remarks about Hulk Hogan’s behavior contrasted sharply with Brooke’s more recent life choices.
Brooke, who had twins with her husband Steven Oleksy in January, had cut ties with her parents for reasons Linda claims are “selfish and childish.”
Linda believes that her daughter’s decision to distance herself was motivated by a desire to stay in her father’s good graces to maintain her fame and fortune.
Linda Responds to Brooke’s Retorts
Brooke did not remain silent after her mother’s accusations.
Earlier this week, she fired back, defending her father and denying that his actions were solely responsible for the family rift.
Linda, in turn, vehemently denied ever abusing her daughter, instead claiming that she had been the one mistreated.
She went as far as labeling Brooke a “narcissist just like her dad.”
A Long-Running Family Rift and its Aftermath
Linda’s relationship with Brooke has been strained for nearly eight years, with no signs of reconciliation.
Linda expressed her sorrow over the deteriorating family bond, telling TMZ that “the love is gone” between her and her daughter.
Despite this, she hasn’t shied away from speaking out about the family’s troubles, even after their 26-year marriage ended in 2009.
The Hogan Family Saga Continues
As Linda reflects on her time raising their children, she believes she was often forced to play the “bad cop” while Hulk Hogan remained the more lenient parent, wanting to be liked by their children.
According to Linda, this dynamic led to Brooke favoring her father post-divorce, contributing to the widening rift.
While Hulk Hogan has since remarried twice, with his latest wedding to Sky Daily in 2023, the family’s issues seem far from resolution.
Final Thoughts on the Family Feud
As the Hogan family drama unfolds, it’s clear that the wounds are deep, and the path to healing seems uncertain.
While Linda has defended her ex-husband’s fathering abilities, her harsh criticism of Brooke suggests that the family division remains raw.
The saga continues to captivate the public, with no end in sight to the bitterness between mother and daughter.