Brooke Hogan has lived much of her life in the public eye. She is the daughter of late WWE star Hulk Hogan and has built her own career across music, reality TV, and interior design.
After her father’s death, renewed attention has fallen on her personal life and long-standing family tensions.
Early Life in a Famous Wrestling Family
Brooke was born on May 5, 1988, in Tampa, Florida. She grew up as the eldest child of Hulk Hogan and Linda Hogan.
She has a younger brother, Nick Hogan.
Her childhood was heavily shaped by fame. Cameras followed the family through their hit reality show Hogan Knows Best, which aired in the mid-2000s.
Music Career and Early Fame
Brooke first entered the entertainment world as a singer.
She released her debut album Undiscovered in 2006. The single “About Us” charted on the Billboard Hot 100.
She toured with major pop acts and later explored country music. Her sound shifted over time, moving between pop and country styles.
She released several EPs and continued releasing music independently in later years.
Reality TV and WWE Appearances
Brooke became a familiar face through reality television.
She starred alongside her family in Hogan Knows Best, then led her own spin-off Brooke Knows Best.
She also had brief involvement with professional wrestling. She appeared in WWE programming and TNA Wrestling events.
Interior Design Business and New Career Path
In 2018, Brooke shifted focus and launched her own interior design company, BB Designs by Brooke.
She built the business in Nashville with a close collaborator. The firm focuses on residential design and property staging.
Her work later expanded into larger renovation projects and media appearances in the design space.
In 2026, she also appeared on HGTV’s Rock the Block, continuing her design career on television.
Marriage and Family Life
Brooke married former NHL player Steven Oleksy in 2022.
The couple kept their relationship mostly private. They later welcomed fraternal twins in January 2025.
She has often spoken about prioritizing privacy and family life away from public attention.
Estrangement From Hulk Hogan
Brooke’s relationship with her father became strained in later years.
She and Hulk Hogan were estranged before his death. She also had limited contact with other family members.
At different points, both sides publicly referenced the breakdown in communication.
Brooke stated that her decision to step away from family contact was personal and based on long-term issues.
After Hulk Hogan’s Death
Following his passing, Brooke shared a tribute and reflected on their complicated relationship.
She said she had tried to support him during serious health issues but eventually stepped back for her own wellbeing.
She also explained why she did not attend his funeral, saying she chose to honor him privately in her own way.
A Life in the Public Eye, Still Evolving
Brooke Hogan has moved through multiple careers and public chapters.
From reality TV and music to design and family life, her path has shifted significantly over time.
Despite fame and family controversy, she continues building a quieter life focused on work and her children.
