Hulk Hogan made a big impact in Hollywood, both in and out of the wrestling ring. His most memorable movie roles, starting with "Rocky III."

Hulk Hogan, who died Thursday at the age of 71, will be remembered as a true icon of professional wrestling. His extraordinary star power helped turn the fledgling wrestling industry into a global phenomenon that rivals traditional sports in reach, income and cultural impact.

In his later years, Hogan was better known as a reality TV star, headlining the two season VH1 series, Hogan Knows Best and appearing on its one-and-done follow-up, Brooke Knows Best. He also had cameos on comedy series ranging from The Inbetweeners to The Goldbergs.

It's hard to overstate just how violent and commie-hating American pop culture was in the 1980s. The late wrestler was among its biggest stars.

The late Hulk Hogan was more than a pro wrestler - he was a Hollywood mainstay, starring in movies and TV shows as characters fans will never forget.

Hulk Hogan called the Netflix biopic's script "powerful," even hoping Chris Hemsworth would receive Oscar attention for his role

Hemsworth spoke to Total Film about the role earlier this year, saying: “This movie is going to be a really fun project. As you can imagine, the preparation for the role will be insanely physical.

Hulk Hogan, the legendary WWE Hall of Fame wrestler, has died at the age of 71. Known to millions as the ultimate good guy in the WWE, Hogan’s influence stretched far beyond the ring.

Hulk Hogan's journey from WWE wrestling star to Hollywood actor included memorable roles in "Rocky III" and the reality show "Hogan Knows Best" before his death at age 71.

Also known as Shadow Warriors, Hulk Hogan is joined by Carl Weathers on this “by-the-numbers” action film. The two blast through baddies and foil a chemical weapons terrorist plot.

One of the key roles to fill in a Hulk Hogan biopic has to be that of Brutus The Barber Beefcake, The Hulkster’s real-life close friend who he came up with, and who enjoyed so many opportunities ...