Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis announced Thursday that he was declaring Friday “Hulk Hogan Day” across the state in honor of the WWE megastar, who died at the age of 71 on July 24 at his home in Clearwater, Fla.

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis announced that August 1 will be “Hulk Hogan Day” in Florida. Hulk Hogan passed away on July 24 at the age of 71. Since then, many tributes have poured in from his fans, peers and today’s pro wrestling talent.

Flags in the Sunshine State are being flown at half-staff Friday in honor of Hulk Hogan, the professional wrestler who died from a heart attack last week at the age of 71. Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis (R) also proclaimed Aug.