Ric Flair released an emotional tribute after news of Hulk Hogan's death, praising and thanking his longtime friend for help over the years.

Ric Flair spoke with TMZ shortly after Hulk Hogan’s cardiac arrest death and struggled to keep himself together as he poured out the emotions of losing the fellow former WWE superstar.

Legendary wrestler Hulk Hogan has died at age 71. Ric Flair, Charlotte Flair and other wrestlers and celebrities shared their tributes