Brooke Hogan asked to be removed from Hulk Hogan’s will in 2023 and spent the next two years quietly building her own life with her husband and newborn twins. Her story isn’t just about inheritance—it’s about choosing distance over dollars, and the price of that choice is still being counted.
Born: May 5, 1988 · Age: 36 (as of 2025) · Height: 5 ft 9 in (1.75 m) · Occupation: Singer, TV personality · Spouse: Steven Oleksy (m. 2022) · Children: Twin sons (born 2024) · Estimated Net Worth: $1 million
Quick snapshot
- Brooke born May 5, 1988, in Tampa, Florida (People (entertainment and lifestyle outlet))
- Married Steven Oleksy in 2022 (People) (People (entertainment and lifestyle outlet))
- Twin sons born 2024 (People) (People (entertainment and lifestyle outlet))
- Hulk Hogan updated his will in 2023 removing Brooke (TMZ (celebrity news outlet))
- Exact reasons for the estrangement (disputed accounts) (People (entertainment and lifestyle outlet))
- Precise net worth figure (Hollywood Life (celebrity news site))
- Whether Brooke will legally challenge the will (The Conversation (academic analysis platform))
- Current status of Brooke’s relationship with her brother Nick (reports limited) (People (entertainment and lifestyle outlet))
- Brooke’s current relationship with mother Linda Hogan (strained but less public) (People (entertainment and lifestyle outlet))
- 2023: Brooke asks to be removed from Hulk Hogan’s will (TMZ (celebrity news outlet))
- July 24, 2025: Hulk Hogan dies in Clearwater, Florida (Marca (sports and news outlet))
- September 2025: Brooke says outcome was “what she asked for” (People) (TMZ (celebrity news outlet))
- Nick Hogan named sole beneficiary of estate (Marca (sports and news outlet))
- Brooke continues music and business ventures from Florida (People) (Marca (sports and news outlet))
Eight key facts about Brooke Hogan, drawn from court documents and news reports, paint a picture of a life that shifted from reality‑TV fame to deliberate privacy.
| Full name | Brooke Ellen Oleksy (née Bollea) |
|---|---|
| Born | May 5, 1988 |
| Age | 36 (as of 2025) |
| Height | 5 ft 9 in (1.75 m) |
| Occupation | Singer, television personality |
| Spouse | Steven Oleksy (m. 2022) |
| Children | 2 (twin sons) |
| Net worth | Estimated $1 million |
What happened between Brooke and Hulk Hogan?
Why did Brooke Hogan stop speaking to her father?
- Brooke alleged childhood mistreatment and lack of support from her father (People (entertainment and lifestyle outlet))
- Hulk Hogan’s controversial public statements and behavior deepened the rift (New York Post (tabloid newspaper))
- Brooke decided to distance herself from the family entirely (People)
What led to the estrangement?
- Reports indicate the estrangement began more than a decade ago (People)
- Brooke said she “had been surviving without [her father’s] money for a long time” (People)
The estrangement predates the will change by years. For Brooke, the financial independence she built through her own career—albums, clothing line, wine brand—made it possible to walk away without the safety net her father’s name once provided.
The implication: Brooke’s separation from her father’s wealth was a long time coming.
Why was Brooke Hogan removed from the will?
Did Brooke Hogan inherit anything from Hulk Hogan?
- Hulk Hogan updated his will in 2023, removing Brooke (TMZ)
- Brooke claims she was unaware of the change at the time, but later said it was “no surprise” because she had asked for it (People)
- She did not inherit anything; the estate was valued at nearly $5 million and went to her brother Nick (Marca)
Who inherits Hulk Hogan’s money?
- Nick Hogan was named the sole beneficiary (Marca)
- Brooke’s removal was reportedly at her own request: she contacted her father’s financial manager to facilitate the change (New York Post)
As The Conversation (academic analysis platform) explains, a person can ask to be omitted but cannot control the final document. Brooke’s situation is unusual because she allegedly initiated the disinheritance to avoid a legal battle.
The pattern: Brooke’s proactive step to avoid legal conflict is unusual in estate disputes.
What does Brooke Hogan do for a living?
Brooke Hogan music career
- Released debut album Undiscovered in 2006 (People)
- Followed with The Redemption in 2009 (People)
Brooke Hogan television appearances
- Starred in reality show Hogan Knows Best (2005–2007) (People)
- Appeared in spin‑offs and other reality TV projects (People)
Brooke Hogan business ventures
- Founded wine brand House of Stars and clothing line BB Designs by Brooke (People)
The implication: Brooke has maintained an income stream independent of her father’s wealth, which gave her the financial footing to request disinheritance without risking her lifestyle.
Why doesn’t Brooke Hogan speak to her family?
What is the current status of Brooke Hogan’s relationship with her parents?
- Brooke has not spoken to her father for several years (People)
- She did not attend family events; according to a family friend, she also skipped the funeral (New York Post)
- Reasons cited in interviews: emotional abuse, lack of support (People)
Does Brooke Hogan speak to her brother Nick?
- Reports are limited; no public commentary from either sibling about their current relationship.
What this means: Brooke’s estrangement appears complete, with no public reconciliation before Hulk’s death.
What does Brooke Hogan’s husband do?
Who is Brooke Hogan married to?
- She married Steven Oleksy, a professional hockey player, in 2022 (People)
Does Brooke Hogan have children?
- Yes, she gave birth to twin sons in 2024 (People)
- The family currently resides in Florida.
The catch: Despite the family rift, Brooke has built a new family unit in Florida.
Timeline: Brooke Hogan’s Life in the Public Eye
The timeline below tracks the key events in Brooke Hogan’s life and the evolving family rift.
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| 1988 | Brooke Hogan born in Tampa, Florida (People) |
| 2005–2007 | Stars in reality TV show Hogan Knows Best (People) |
| 2006 | Releases debut album Undiscovered (People) |
| 2009 | Releases second album The Redemption (People) |
| 2022 | Marries professional hockey player Steven Oleksy (People) |
| 2023 | Hulk Hogan reportedly removes Brooke from his will (TMZ) |
| 2024 | Brooke gives birth to twin sons (People) |
| July 24, 2025 | Hulk Hogan dies in Clearwater, Florida (Marca) |
| September 2025 | Brooke speaks out in People about the will outcome (People) |
What we know for sure — and what remains murky
Confirmed facts
- Brooke Hogan born May 5, 1988 (People)
- She married Steven Oleksy in 2022 (People)
- She has twin sons born in 2024 (People)
- She released two albums and starred in Hogan Knows Best (People)
- Hulk Hogan updated his will in 2023, removing Brooke (TMZ)
What’s unclear
- Exact reasons for the estrangement (disputed accounts) (People)
- Precise net worth figure (Hollywood Life)
- Whether Brooke will legally challenge the will (The Conversation)
- Current status of Brooke’s relationship with her brother Nick (reports limited)
- Brooke’s current relationship with mother Linda Hogan (strained but less public)
“It was no surprise to me at all,” Brooke Hogan told People in September 2025 about being removed from the will. “I had been surviving without my father’s money for a long time.”
— Brooke Hogan, People (entertainment and lifestyle outlet)
A representative for Hulk Hogan declined to comment on the will change but noted that “the family has had its differences and it is a private matter.”
— Hulk Hogan’s representative, TMZ (celebrity news outlet)
“Brooke has wanted no part of the drama for years. She made her peace with it a long time ago,” a family friend told US Weekly.
— Anonymous family friend, New York Post (tabloid newspaper)
Brooke Hogan’s decision to step away from the Hogan spotlight—and the inheritance—has already reshaped how the public sees her. She is no longer just “Hulk’s daughter.” For the 36-year-old mother of twins, the choice was clear: keep a fragile peace by walking away from millions, or risk a legal war that would replay old wounds in public. For anyone watching a high-profile family feud, the lesson is that sometimes the most powerful move is not to fight for the money, but to refuse it.
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Frequently asked questions
How old is Brooke Hogan?
Brooke Hogan was born May 5, 1988, making her 36 years old as of 2025.
What is Brooke Hogan’s height?
She is 5 ft 9 in (1.75 m) tall.
What is Brooke Hogan’s Instagram handle?
Brooke Hogan is active on Instagram at @brooke_hogan (verified account).
Is Brooke Hogan still making music?
She has not released new music since 2009 but remains active in other business ventures.
Did Brooke Hogan appear on any TV shows recently?
She has not had major TV appearances since the end of Hogan Knows Best in 2007.
What is Brooke Hogan’s relationship with her mother?
Brooke has a strained relationship with mother Linda Hogan, though less public than the rift with Hulk.
Where does Brooke Hogan live?
She resides in Florida with her husband and twin sons.
What is Brooke Hogan’s net worth in 2025?
Estimates range from $1 million (older sources) to $4 million (Hollywood Life and Soap Central).
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