Former wrestler Hulk Hogan is coming out of retirement

Hogan, 56, will be joining TNA Wrestling, which is behind Spike TV’s series TNA Impact.

Hogan said: “I’m thrilled to be jumping back into the world of professional wrestling. My fans have been asking me to return to the business for many years on a full-time basis, but the timing or the opportunity has never been right until now.

“TNA Wrestling is a great company with an already excellent fan base and business. I firmly believe now is the time for TNA to jump to the next level in their development and I’m here to help make that a reality.”

The star’s specific role will be “announced in the near future”.

Dixie Carter, the president of TNA Wrestling, said: “Hulk Hogan is one of the world’s top pop culture icons and the biggest superstar in the history of professional wrestling. We are truly excited to welcome him into the TNA family.”

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