Ronald Reagan was calling on Russia to tear down the Berlin Wall, the U.S. was touting its role as a global superpower, and in the ring Mr. Hogan was facing off with the country’s foes (opponents created to represent historical enemies): the Iron Sheik (Iranian), Nikolai Volkoff (Russian) and Yokozuna (Japanese). And winning!

Hulk Hogan, one of America's best-known wrestling stars, has died at the age of 71. The star, born Terry Gene Bollea and known for his flowing blond hair and iconic handlebar moustache, died at his home in Florida on Thursday.

The larger-than-life wrestling superstar who helped bring professional wrestling into the mainstream during the 1980s and 1990s, has died at the age of 71. Hulk Hogan was at home.