ESPN sparks controversy with Hulk Hogan article after his death, prompting some fans to call for a boycott over the piece’s focus on racism.

An ESPN reporter is defending his "controversial" Hulk Hogan article in the wake of the legendary wrestler's passing. Hogan, 71, died on Thursday. He reportedly suffered a cardiac event at his home in Clearwater,

Legendary wrestler and entertainment icon Hulk Hogan died last week at the age of 71. As you may expect, tributes to Hogan have been plentiful. Former wrestlers, actors, musicians and even ordinary fans have sent condolences to Hogan's family or expressed their sadness over his death.